Marriage, a History
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What’s it about?
For most of history, marriage had nothing to do with love. This book reveals how political, economic, and social forces shaped the institution we know today.
You’ll learn
- Marriage was originally about property and alliances
- Love-based marriage is a recent historical anomaly
- Modern marriage demands unprecedented emotional fulfillment
- Marriage has always been in flux and will continue to evolve