A History of Marriage
From Same Sex Unions to Private Vows and Common Law, the Surprising Diversity of a Tradition
- 464pages
- 17 heures de lecture
Exploring the multifaceted nature of marriage, Elizabeth Abbott delves into its historical complexities, challenging conventional views. She examines various forms of unions, including same-sex marriages, arranged marriages, and self-marriages, while highlighting the diverse experiences of love and obligation. Abbott's engaging narrative uncovers the institution's contradictions, revealing marriage as both a ritual of romance and a social construct, filled with both joy and hardship.



