Learn what trends and factors are influencing families globally. Families in a Global Context puts the similarities and differences into perspective, presenting an in-depth comparative analysis of family life in 17 countries around the world. This book provides an informative illustration of current as well as future trends of family life worldwide.
Key Features
- Comparative reflection across several countries on various daily living elements.
- Detailed exploration of social, economic, political, and other trends.
- Extensively referenced with tables for clear data presentation.
- Covers 17 countries, including those from Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Oceania, and Latin America.
Additional Information
Contributors discuss different countries' family life by using a standard framework to review major influences and patterns. Each chapter describes customary types of family patterns within each country’s social organisation and culture. Important ethnic, religious, or other subcultures are noted, emphasising marriage and family patterns that differ from more typical ones.
Specifications
- Countries explored: Wales, Sweden, Germany, Romania, Italy, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Kenya, Turkey, Iran, India, China, the Philippines, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, and Cuba.
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