Marriage for Moderns 6th Edition Author:henry a. bowman published by UT Austin Dept of Sociology, 1970 printing. — From Preface: Book is "addressed to college and university students as prospective participators in marriage as a way of life, rather than as social scientists observing marriage as in institution. As such it discusses facts, principles, attitudes, practices, and values - the understandi... more »ng of which may play a part in making marriage more meaningful."
Chapter Titles:
I - The Background of Marriage
1-The sexes, their similaries and differences, a point of departure
2-The sexes, roles expected and roles played in present-day America
3-Reasons for marriage - love
II - Marriage Preparation and Partner Selection
4-Dating practices, standards, and values
5-Maturity and readiness for marriage
6-Engagement and age for marriage
7-Choosing a marriage partner
8-Elements of difference in choosing a marriage partner