Families in America - (Sociology in the Twenty-First Century) by Susan L Brown (Paperback)

The book "Families in America" by Susan L.

Brown is a comprehensive and accessible guide to understanding the diverse pathways of family life in the United States.

With an emphasis on how family trends differ across subgroups, this book provides a critical lens for interpreting why family change occurs and its significance for the well-being of children and adults.

The author uses ethnographic vignettes and demographic data to introduce students to contemporary perspectives on family, including the legalization of same-sex marriage, policy debates on welfare reform and work-life balance, and the rise in nonmarital childbearing and single-mother families.

The book also explores the decline of "traditional" marriage and its implications for family change.

With a focus on socioeconomic inequality and racial-ethnic variation in family patterns, this book illustrates how family diversity is now the norm.

Whether you are a student looking to gain a deeper understanding of families in America or simply someone interested in learning more about the complexities of family life, "Families in America" is an essential read.