Public and Private Families: An Introduction
Type
Book
Authors
ISBN 10
0070106320
ISBN 13
9780536603890
Category
Social Science
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Publication Year
1996
Publisher
Pages
xxviii, 530p.
Subject
Family studies, Sociology of the family, Public and private family dynamics.
Abstract
Andrew J. Cherlin’s Public and Private Families: An Introduction explores the dual nature of family life, distinguishing between its private functions—emotional and intimate relationships—and its public roles, such as caregiving and socialization. The book examines how families operate within broader societal structures, addressing topics like marriage, parenting, work-family balance, and policy influences. Through a sociological lens, Cherlin analyzes changing family patterns, historical trends, and contemporary issues, offering a balanced perspective on the complex interplay between personal relationships and social institutions.
Description
xxviii, 530p.
Biblio Notes
Cherlin, A. J. (1996). Public and private families: An introduction. McGraw-Hill.
Number of Copies
1
