The Blackwell Companion to the Sociology of Families

by Jacqueline Scott and Martin Richards

Book Overview

Tackling issues relevant to family life today, this authoritative Companion shows why studying social change in families is fundamental for understanding the transformations in individual and social life, across the globe. Contains original essays by expert contributors on a wide range of topics relating to the sociology of families. Includes coverage of social inequality, parenting practices, children's work, the changing patterns of citizenship,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 140517563X
• ISBN13: 9781405175630
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 626 Pages
• Weight: 2.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.9" x 9.6"