Global Perspectives on Social Issues: Marriage and Divorce

U.S.A.: Lexington Books, 2003. Minor edge and corner wear; no dj; lightly scuffed and scratched; some light shelf wear; corners are gently bumped and rubbed; ex-library with the usual library markings; overall a nice used first edition! Blue boards with white and purple lettering. 139 informative and educational pages! "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.....". First Edition. Blue Boards. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Ex-Library.