Marriage, a History

In Marriage, a History, historian Stephanie Coontz explores the evolution of marriage from ancient Babylon to Victorian times, challenging the notion of "traditional" marriage by revealing how recent the concept of marrying for love really is. Coontz argues that while marriage began to flourish as a personal relationship in the 19th century, this shift into the emotional sphere also marked a decline in its institutional integrity. Blending intelligence, perspective, and wit, this insightful audiobook offers a thought-provoking look at contemporary marital debates.