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Marriage, a History: How Love Conquered Marriage
by Stephanie CoontzJust when the clamor over "traditional" marriage couldn't get any louder, along comes this groundbreaking book to ask, "What tradition?" In Marriage, a History, historian and marriage expert Stephanie Coontz takes readers from the marital intrigues of ancient Babylon to the torments of Victorian lovers to demonstrate how recent the idea of marrying for love is-and how absurd it would have seemed to most of our ancestors. It was when marriage moved into the emotional sphere in the nineteenth century, she argues, that it suffered as an institution just as it began to thrive as a personal relationship. This enlightening and hugely entertaining book brings intelligence, perspective, and wit to today's marital debate. "Provocative, erudite and entertaining. What makes this book so important is its honesty and courage. It raises the important debates about marriage in America to a higher level. " -Chicago Tribune "Engrossing . . . Coontz is at the top of her writing game here. " -The Seattle Times
Marriage: Illustrated with Crappy Pictures
by Amber DusickThe popular blogger, illustrator, mother, and author of Parenting: Illustrated with Crappy Pictures delves into special quirks of marriage.In Marriage: Illustrated with Crappy Pictures, Amber Dusick shares real stories of real life with her real husband. She provides much-needed laughs about coping with another person’s hygiene habits, cleaning rituals (including their ritual of not cleaning), financial decisions, cooking styles and everything else that makes your spouse weird and annoying special and perfect in every way.“Funny and flattering quote from loving, supportive, perfect husband.” —Crappy Husband
Marriage: Its Foundation, Theology, and Mission in a Changing World
by Curt Hamner, John Trent, Rebekah J. Byrd, Eric L. Johnson, and Erik ThoennesNever has the sacred covenant of marriage been more maligned than it is today.It can be difficult to know how to respond to a culture that is becoming more and more antagonistic to biblical beliefs about marriage. And this is a topic worth getting right. Marriage was given to us as a picture of the triune God in relationship with his people, which means what we believe about marriage is indissolubly tied to what we believe about God and his creating and saving purposes. Therefore, it is more important now than ever that we think theologically and carefully about what marriage is and how we live faithfully in it. Marriage: Its Foundation, Theology, and Mission in a Changing World is the much-needed work on marriage for this generation and the next. Rooted in a scriptural understanding of marriage, it thoughtfully engages the issues surrounding marriage being debated today and lays the groundwork for the crucial conversations of our day. Each section contains chapters from trusted theologians as well as experienced practitioners who work with couples daily. Rediscover the beauty of God&’s design for marriage and be strengthened to stand firm amidst any challenges the world may bring
Marriage: Its Foundation, Theology, and Mission in a Changing World
by Curt Hamner, John Trent, Rebekah J. Byrd, Eric L. Johnson, and Erik ThoennesNever has the sacred covenant of marriage been more maligned than it is today.It can be difficult to know how to respond to a culture that is becoming more and more antagonistic to biblical beliefs about marriage. And this is a topic worth getting right. Marriage was given to us as a picture of the triune God in relationship with his people, which means what we believe about marriage is indissolubly tied to what we believe about God and his creating and saving purposes. Therefore, it is more important now than ever that we think theologically and carefully about what marriage is and how we live faithfully in it. Marriage: Its Foundation, Theology, and Mission in a Changing World is the much-needed work on marriage for this generation and the next. Rooted in a scriptural understanding of marriage, it thoughtfully engages the issues surrounding marriage being debated today and lays the groundwork for the crucial conversations of our day. Each section contains chapters from trusted theologians as well as experienced practitioners who work with couples daily. Rediscover the beauty of God&’s design for marriage and be strengthened to stand firm amidst any challenges the world may bring
MarriageAbility
by Joan M. BortonDisability is relentless. It affects every facet of life. <P><P> Dreams of marriage rarely include wheelchairs, walkers, or medical equipment. Yet the oneness found in a marriage with disability presents a beautiful picture of the relationship between Jesus and His Church. <P><P> This book engages the reality disability puts on the marriage relationship through the real-life, and often humorous, stories of couples living with disability. Readers will find they’re not alone in their journey. They’ll discover a framework to manage the challenges of disability and marriage. <P><P> The book will inspire those who do not live with disability to embrace those around them who do.
Marriageology: The Art and Science of Staying Together
by Belinda LuscombeThe fault lines that can fracture a marriage are all contained in these six words: FAMILIARITY, FIGHTING, FAMILY, FINANCES, FOOLING AROUND AND FINDING HELP. It&’s time to get to know your F words. Using the latest scientific research, personal anecdotes and expert advice, award-winning journalist Belinda Luscombe argues that marriage is good for your health, your finances and your happiness. But it isn&’t always easy! Focusing on what Belinda describes as her F words, she presents facts, debunks myths, and provides an entertaining mix of data, anecdotes and wisdom from a wide range of approaches to married life, drawing on the work of experts from within the marriage and divorce industries. A brilliant guide to staying together, Marriageology offers helpful advice and gives readers something to think about whether your marriage is on the brink of collapse or just needs a bit of maintenance.
Marriages and Families: Changes, Choices and Constraints
by Nijole BenokraitisMarriages and Families: Changes, Choices, and Constraints, 8/e offers students a comprehensive introduction to many issues facing families in the twenty-first century. The author explores contemporary changes in families and their structure, impacts on the choices available to family members, and constraints that often limit our choices. This approach will help readers better understand the families in which they were raised and are forming themselves. With the most up-to-date material and emerging issues on family behavior, students will be able to make better decisions in their everyday lives.
Marriages and Families: Changes, Choices and Constraints (7th Edition)
by Nijole V. BenokraitisMarriages and Families offers students a comprehensive introduction to many issues facing families in the twenty-first century. Although written from a sociological perspective, the book incorporates material from other disciplines: history, economics, social work, psychology, law, biology, medicine, and anthropology. The material also encompasses family studies, women's studies, and gay and lesbian studies, as well as both quantitative and qualitative studies.
Marriages and Families: Intimacy, Diversity, and Strengths
by David H. OlsonMarriages and Familiesprovides students with the information they need to learn how to create and maintain enduring intimate relationships. Three distinctive themes of intimacy, martial and family strengths, and diversity are woven throughout the text, while integrating research, theory, and practical ideas to promote healthy and productive relationships.
Marriages, Families, And Intimate Relationships: A Practical Introduction
by Brian K. Williams Stacey C. Sawyer Carl M. WahlstromMarriages, Families, and Intimate Relationships explores the question: can we still find intimate relationships in our complex world? Through an examination of the influences imposed upon modern life – an unpredictable economy, globalization, computerization, the all-pervasive media, etc. – the text attempts to pass along lessons that help students make lasting personal connections. The Fourth Edition discusses fundamental concepts and insights across social science disciplines to answer the questions that greatly matter to students. Students are engaged by high-interest, extremely useful information that blends the authors’ combined strengths: teaching, consulting, counseling, researching, and publishing. The text is based in research yet remains highly readable, exploring topics of great interest to students’ personal lives such as intimacy, family, and personal happiness in the context of their distracted, visually oriented world.
Marriages, Families, and Relationships: Making Choices in a Diverse Society
by Mary Ann Lamanna Agnes Riedmann Susan D. StewartThis best-selling text on marriages, families, and relationships combines an authoritative, yet applied approach with a theme that is especially relevant today: making choices in a diverse society. A balance of various theoretical perspectives along with many examples helps readers understand how people are influenced by the society around them, how social conditions change in ways that affect family life, the interplay between families and the larger society, and the family-related choices that individuals make throughout adulthood. Readers gain insightful perspectives on the diversity of our modern society, including different ethnic traditions and family forms, and are encouraged to question assumptions and reconcile conflicting ideas and values as they make informed choices in their own lives.
Married Love: And Other Stories
by Tessa Hadley“Filled with exquisitely calibrated gradations and expressions of class, conducted with symphonic intensity and complexity. . . . Extraordinarily well-made.” —New York Times Book ReviewMarried Love is a masterful collection of short fiction from one of today’s most accomplished storytellers. These tales showcase the qualities for which Tessa Hadley has long been praised: her humor, warmth, and psychological acuity; her powerful, precise, and emotionally dense prose; her unflinching examinations of family relationships.Here are stories that range widely across generations and classes, exploring the private and public lives of unforgettable characters: a young girl who haunts the edges of her parents’ party; a wife released by the sudden death of her film-director husband; an eighteen-year-old who insists on marrying her music professor, only to find herself shut out from his secrets.Hadley evokes worlds that expand in the imagination far beyond the pages, capturing domestic dramas, generational sagas, wrenching love affairs and epiphanies, and distilling them to remarkable effect.“Hadley parses the meaning of love in all its paradoxical, panoramic glory.” —Booklist“These stories are gemlike and unforgettable.” —Kate Tuttle, Boston Globe“One of the most interesting writers around.” —Philip Womack, The Spectator“Only Alice Munro and Colm Tóibin . . . are so adept at portraying whole lives in a few thousand words. . . . Hadley joins their company as one of the most clear-sighted chroniclers of contemporary emotional journeys.” —Edmund Gordon, The Guardian“There is a grand sweep and an emotional charge that brings to mind DH Lawrence.” —Elena Seymenliyska, Daily Telegraph (London))“An exceptional storyteller.” —Library Journal“Shrewd, insightful, unpredictable.” —Kirkus Reviews
Married Men Make the Best Lovers
by Ruth DicksonIf you&’re going to adopt a philosophy to live by, make it one that gets your heart pumping and unleashes your spirit of adventure!Married Men Make the Best Lovers is a classic, smart, and sassy advice book from the 1960s, the heyday of the sexual revolution. As one of the most outspoken leaders of the movement, Ruth Dickson unleashes a wicked mind, a razor-edged wit, and the freewheeling attitude that made her one of the most popular writers of the day. After years of personal research, she offers pointed advice on becoming a happy and successful Other Woman, covering everything from the selection, capture, and care of a married lover to his ultimate release. She leaves no stone unturned, discussing every aspect of the affair, up to and including the problematic Wife. Wrapping things up with an informative Q&A, Married Men Make the Best Lovers is a must-read for any woman who treasures both her single status and the enjoyment of a rich, fulfilling sex life. And for those ladies (and gentlemen) who seek further enrichment, Dickson went on to author the definitive non-marriage manual, Now That You&’ve Got Me Here, What Are We Going to Do? Sexier than Helen Gurley Brown, wittier than Xaviera Hollander, Ruth Dickson tells the truth, makes you laugh, gives you innovative ideas and thoughtful advice on how to navigate the tricky waters of true freedom of choice. Other Woman status may not be for everybody but it&’s difficult to disregard Dickson's cleverly persuasive argument in defense of this provocative lifestyle.
Married Mom, Solo Parent: Finding God's Strength to Face the Challenge
by Carla Anne CoroyFor married women who feel like single parents Bookstore shelves are full of parenting resources for moms who are newly divorced or widowed. But where do moms turn if they feel like a single parent--but they're not? Whether he is away on business, deployed in the military, or obsessing over a computer game, dad may not be available for a variety of reasons. Moms who parent in this situation still need help and don't necessarily relate to the advice given in divorce recovery or single parenting resources.Married Mom, Solo Parent is a common-sense, down-to-earth look at the struggles wives and mothers face when their husband is not actively involved in family life. Writing from her own experience as a married single mom, Carla Anne Coroy will help wives and mothers sort through their questions, such as: Can I do this alone? How do I raise kids to honor their father? How do I give my children a healthy perspective of marriage if they never see one in action? With practical suggestions, anecdotes, and biblical teaching, this book will encourage moms to see their position as a high calling, to find healing for their worries and frustrations, and to tap into God's strength for help in facing the daily challenge of being a married mom, solo parent.
Married Past Redemption
by Stanley MiddletonFrom the Booker-Prize-winning author of Holiday. Rejacketed and reissued by Windmill to mark the 40th anniversary of Middleton's Booker Prize win.David and Alison are a successful young couple planning their wedding, but they are surrounded by family and friends whose marriages have ended in failure. As each member of this close community struggles to make or re-make a life, Stanley Middleton tests the reality of present and past marriage, its possibilities and dangers, its hopes and fears.'His reputation, built book by book, as an astute observer of middle-England bourgeois life and as a writer whose reach extends far beyond his immediate milieu, is probably now invulnerable.' Nicholas Wroe.' Times Literary Supplement'Every page is taut with inner strength and truth.' Mail on Sunday
Married Sex: A Love Story
by Jesse KornbluthWhen a husband convinces his wife to join him in a tryst with another woman, there are unintended consequences in this sharply observed erotic tale about the challenges of modern marriage As a divorce lawyer for Manhattan's elite, David Greenfield is privy to the intimate, dirty details of failed marriages. He knows he's lucky to be married to Blair--a Barnard dean and the mother of their college-age daughter, she is a woman he loves more today than he did when they tied the knot. Then seductive photographer Jean Coin asks David to be her lover for 6 weeks, until she leaves for Timbuktu. Tempted, David reasons that "it's not cheating if your wife's there." A 1-night threesome would relieve the pressure of monogamy without wrecking their marriage. What harm could come of fulfilling his longtime sexual fantasy?
Married at First Swipe: The most hilarious and heart-warming story you'll read this Spring!
by Claire FrostThe brand new novel from the author of acclaimed debut LIVING MY BEST LIFE. Perfect for fans of Helly Acton, Mhairi McFarlane and Laura Jane Williams. Hannah lives life on the edge. Never one to pass up on a new adventure, she has truly been living her best life. But once the adrenaline wears off, she wishes she had someone to spend the quieter moments with too. Learning that her best friend&’s online dating business has taken a hit, she comes up with an idea that just might solve both of their problems... Jess has been with her husband for twenty years. They have a stable marriage, great kids and run their own businesses. But what looks like a perfect life from the outside has its own problems within, and with her business on the brink Jess can&’t help but wonder where the spark has gone in her life, and whether settling down is all it&’s cracked up to be. When Hannah embarks upon her latest scheme: finding a man using Jess&’s dating app and meeting him for the first time at the altar, both women start to realise the grass isn't always greener. Can Hannah help her friend save her failing business or will Jess stop her from making what could be the biggest mistake of her life? In the modern tech-fuelled world of dating, is it possible to find true love? 'A total delight. Witty and fresh - I absolutely loved it!' MILLY JOHNSON 'A very funny, feel-good read' HOLLY MILLER &‘Fun, feelgood, fab!&’ KATE EBERLEN 'Refreshing, brilliantly-written and highly addictive! HELLY ACTON 'A witty, warm, wonderful read!' SOPHIE COUSENS 'Fresh, funny, and wonderfully timely – it's feel-good fiction at its finest!' LAURA JANE WILLIAMS 'Funny, feel good and full of warmth, love and friendship' LAURA KEMP 'A witty, tender story that packs a real emotional punch. I loved it!' NICOLA GILL &‘A heart-warming and joyous page-turner. Impossible to put down!&’ HOLLY MARTIN 'If you&’re looking for a story to make you giggle, shed a few tears and cheer, this is the one!' MIRANDA DICKINSON 'Enthralling and entertaining!' HEIDI SWAIN'I couldn&’t put it down. What a wonderful, warm, wise and witty book!' ALEX BROWN 'Fresh, funny and romantic, I totally loved it' SARAH MORGAN 'Fresh, funny, and the perfect tonic for these gloomy times' LIA LOUIS 'Witty, fun and fresh, Married at First Swipe is the perfect book to lift your spirits and put a smile on your face' PHAEDRA PATRICK 'A fabulously fun, heart-warming novel' ANNA BELL 'Heartwarming, insightful and very, very funny' KATIE MARSH &‘Compassionate, candid, feel-good fiction – enjoy!' LOUISE CANDLISH
Married by Mistake: A Christmas Romance (Sutton's Place #6)
by Shannon StaceyTwo enemies wake up accidentally married to each other in this holiday marriage of convienience romance by New York Times bestselling author, Shannon Stacey!When sworn enemies Chelsea Grey and John Fletcher travel to Las Vegas for a friend&’s wedding, the last thing they anticipate is waking up married themselves. Unfortunately, disentangling their wedding knot proves more complicated than they&’d hoped. With Christmas fast approaching, the feisty barista and her coffee-hating &“hubby&” are still living under one roof—and wondering why their temporary marriage is suddenly feeling suspiciously like the real thing…Previously Published.From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.Sutton's Place Book 1: Her Hometown Man Book 2: An Unexpected Cowboy Book 3: Expecting Her Ex's Baby Book 4: Falling for His Fake Girlfriend Book 5: Her Younger Man Book 6: Married by Mistake
Married for His Convenience: The Saxon Outlaw's Revenge Married For His Convenience In Debt To The Enemy Lord
by Eleanor WebsterA plain countess... Tainted by illegitimacy, plain Sarah Martin has no illusions of a grand marriage. So when the Earl of Langford makes her a proposal that will take her one step closer to finding her half sister, she can't refuse! Sebastian's dreams of romance died with his late wife's affair, so now he needs a convenient wife to act as governess for his silent daughter. Yet Sarah continues to surprise and challenge him, and soon Sebastian can't deny the joy his new bride could bring to his life-and into his bed!
Married for the Boss's Baby
by Susan CarlisleAn unexpected baby... When successful surgeon Grant Smythe's baby half sister is orphaned, Grant is determined to be there for little Lily-unlike his own father. A convenient proposal... But a challenge for custody means Grant needs a wife, too! New nanny Sara Marcum is the ideal candidate... A wife forever? It might be temporary, but soon warmhearted Sara completes more than just Grant's family. Can he convince his bride-for-now to become his forever wife?
Married for the Tycoon's Empire: The Spaniard's Pregnant Bride Married For The Tycoon's Empire A Cinderella For The Greek Surrendering To The Italian's Command (Brides For Billionaires Ser. #1)
by Abby GreenIn this contemporary romance by a USA Today bestseller, a bride could soften a Manhattan billionaire’s image, but the one he wants has a hard heart.Ben Carter’s reputation has been savaged by a shocking press exposé, and there’s only one way to save both it and his latest business venture: with a gold ring. In Julianna Ford—daughter of his European rival—Ben’s found the perfect candidate . . . until she says no. No one refuses Ben Carter, not least of all this beautiful and beguiling English society princess. So when Julianna auctions one kiss for charity, Ben seizes the chance to win his heiress. He might have paid one million dollars for a kiss, but Ben intends to have so much more!
Married to Claim the Rancher's Heir: Married To Claim The Rancher's Heir Forbidden Night With The Highlander Redeeming The Roguish Rake
by Lauri RobinsonTo claim his heir, he must marry his enemy in this “delightful, light-hearted read” from the author of Winning the Mail-Order Bride (RT Book Reviews).Gabe Callaway is outraged when feisty Janette Parker lands on his doorstep with her orphaned niece—though he soon realizes little Ruby is heir to his ranch. If Janette wants money, he’ll pay her off to keep the little girl in her rightful place. But all Janette wants is Ruby . . .When a custody battle ensues, will Gabe do whatever it takes to claim his heir—even marry Janette?
Married to Distraction: Restoring Intimacy and Strengthening Your Marriage in an Age of Interruption
by Edward M. Hallowell Sue George Hallowell Melissa OrlovBestselling author and attention deficit expert, Dr. Hallowell teams up with his couples' therapist wife to explain the subtle yet deadly toll a hectic lifestyle takes on intimate relationships. The author offers strategies for restoring connection and communication.
Married to a Stranger (Danger & Desire #3)
by Louise AllenSophia Langley's life is in turmoil. When she learns of her estranged fiancé's death in a shipwreck, the last thing she expects is for his twin brother, Callum Chatterton, to make a shock proposal!Her inner romantic objects to a marriage of convenience-and brooding Cal makes it very clear that's all it can be. Yet to save her family Sophia accepts with trepidation-and a highly inconvenient trembling of desire for her reluctant husband!