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Jamaica Kincaid's brother Devon Drew died of AIDS on January 19, 1996, at the age of thirty-three. Kincaid's incantatory, poetic, and often shockingly frank recounting of her brother's life and death is also a story of her family on the island of Antigua, a constellation centered on the powerful...

From Dr. Amy Blackstone, childfree woman, co-creator of the blog we're {not} having a baby, and nationally recognized expert on the childfree choice, comes a definitive investigation into the history and current growing movement of adults choosing to forgo parenthood: what it means for our...

Two days before Shea and Larami Serrano were to be married, four months into her pregnancy with twin boys, she went into labor. Stuck in a hospital room, fearing the worst, and dismantling a year’s worth of preparations in a matter of hours - the couple decides that the show must go on. Told from Shea’s and Larami’s dual perspectives, this memoir shows the powerful bond that can arise from adversity, a sense of humor, and mutual trust. 

Beziehungen, Elternschaft & persönliche Entwicklung/Beziehungen Vom Autor des New York Times Bestsellers "Überflieger: Warum manche Menschen erfolgreich sind – und andere nicht" Malcolm Gladwell. "Das beste Buch 2019": The Financial Times, Bloomberg, Chicago Tribune und Detroit Free Press...

From the acclaimed author of Awake, Not Woke comes this incisive exposé of the widespread, politically motivated no-contact movement that deconstructs the ideology behind this trend and equips readers to avert estrangement and repair broken relationships. “Refusing easy villains or easy...

'Makes the punchy case that fertility is being driven down by political decisions' Zoe Williams, The Guardian 'A compelling and humane case to lower the barriers to having kids for those who want them' The New Republic ________________________________ For generations, starting a family was an...

In 2015, the Irish government commissioned an investigation into the states network of Mother and Baby Homes after the discovery of a mass grave containing the remains of up to eight hundred children prompted international outrage. The homes, which operated from the 1920s to the 1990s, were...

“The work Ruby is doing is liberating.” —Glennon Doyle, New York Times bestselling author of Untamed “A startling, confronting, and liberating treatise.” —Holly Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of Quit Like a Woman What is “woman” if not “mother”? Anything she...

Timely and thought-provoking, Nancy Reddy unpacks and debunks the bad ideas that have for too long defined what it means to be a "good" mom. When Nancy Reddy had her first child, she found herself suddenly confronted with the ideal of a perfect mother—a woman who was constantly available...

What does the family reveal about the society that created it? In The American Family, Katherine Anthony takes a sharp, provocative look at one of America’s most enduring—and most debated—institutions. Examining family life during a period of dramatic social and economic change, Anthony...

Birth rates are falling almost everywhere. But why? Governments have spent billions trying to reverse the trend, yet fertility continues to fall. Economists blame housing costs. Sociologists point to changing cultural values. Politicians argue over policy. But what if they’re all focusing on...

Discover the eye-opening history of human kinship and how marriage evolved as our ultimate societal survival strategy. Perfect for an insightful commute, this captivating sociological journey traces domestic life from early foraging bands to modern digital households. Rather than following a...

Uncover the eye-opening history of human kinship to see how romantic love disrupted centuries of patriarchal alliances. Perfect for an engaging daily commute or a focused learning session, this thought-provoking journey shatters modern assumptions about lifelong monogamy and gender roles...

Trace the sociological history of human partnerships to understand how ancient survival alliances shaped modern romance. Far from a rigid, timeless ideal, the union of two people is actually a fierce, adaptable strategy for conquering changing cultural landscapes. Whether you are actively...

This captivating social history reveals that growing up is a shifting cultural invention, not a timeless phase. Perfect for a thought-provoking daily commute, this eye-opening narrative transports you from ancient households to modern digital playgrounds. Explore the shifting laws and...

Uncover the rich human history and sociology behind our deepest bonds, from ancient foraging tribes to modern chosen kin. Perfect for a reflective morning commute, this captivating evolutionary journey reveals how survival, labor, and loyalty shaped the emotional architecture of our species...

Master the psychology of relationship insecurity by uncovering how primal human emotion evolved to protect our bonds. Whether you are navigating modern dating anxiety, feeling unsettled by social media envy, or seeking introspective growth during your commute, understanding this complex drive...

End chronic conflict and heal relationships by mastering the psychology of family systems and boundaries. Whether you are navigating power struggles with children, caring for aging parents, or managing a blended household, this reflective and hopeful guide offers profound clarity. Stop...

自由で、不安。でも、ちょっと誇らしい──"おひとりさま"は、これからのスタンダードだ。増え続ける単身世帯、進む未婚化・晩婚化、高まる生活コスト……"ひとり"を選択する人が増えている今、「本当の自分らしさ」とは？

A renowned sociologist and researcher reveals how women can build the life they really want The term mental load has become more familiar in recent years, but the popular understanding of the concept often reduces it down to managing a list of household chores and logistics. Sociologist Leah...