J. E. Goldthorpe
Family Life in Western Societies: A Historical Sociology of Family Relationships in Britain and North America
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521337526
- author:
- J. E. Goldthorpe
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1987
- Pages:
- 296
- Genre:
- Family Sociology Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This 1987 study offers a comprehensive review and synthesis of literature on family life in Western societies. J.E. Goldthorpe presents a distinctive approach to family sociology, exploring two key questions: how did we develop our current family structures, and how did sociological thought about the family evolve over time.
Goldthorpe employs a doubly historical perspective, examining both 'family life' as a process in itself and sociological thought about the family. He draws on earlier studies to shed light on recent changes in family life and the development of sociological thought on the subject. With meticulous attention to detail, Goldthorpe challenges many widely held assumptions about family life.
This book is written for readers with little prior knowledge of sociology, making it accessible to students and those interested in understanding this fundamental aspect of human experience. It provides a clear and authoritative exploration of family relationships in Britain and North America, offering valuable insights into the evolution of sociological thought on the subject.
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