| Global Perspectives on Social Issues: Marriage and Divorce Contributor(s): Simon, Rita J. (Author), Altstein, Howard (Author) |
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ISBN: 0739105884 ISBN-13: 9780739105887 Publisher: Lexington Books OUR PRICE: $99.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2003 Annotation: Global Perspectives on Social Issues: Marriage and Divorce examines the history of marriage and divorce and the role played by both institutions in the lives of citizens around the world, using a broad range of detailed information and statistics from twenty-five countries. Topics such as social restrictions on marriage, marriage and sexual identity, property transference, and child custody are discussed, drawing on examples from a wide range of cultures. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Sociology - Marriage & Family |
| Dewey: 370 |
| LCCN: 2002154070 |
| Series: Global Perspectives on Social Issues |
| Physical Information: 0.73" H x 6.32" W x 9.16" (0.81 lbs) 146 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Global Perspectives on Social Issues: Marriage and Divorce examines the history of marriage and divorce and the role played by both institutions in the lives of citizens around the world. Using a broad range of detailed information and statistics from twenty-five countries, Rita J. Simon and Howard Altstein explore the regulations and customs surrounding marriage and divorce from a global perspective. Topics such as social restrictions on marriage, marriage and sexual identity, property transference, and child custody are discussed, with examples drawn from a wide range of cultures. The second book in the Global Perspectives series, Marriage and Divorce employs both sociological and anthropological techniques to address a variety of fascinating issues about the place of marriage and divorce in modern life. The volume serves as an interesting and valuable resource for anyone interested in these social institutions. |