Understanding Families: A Global Introduction

Written by field experts this clear, engaging book adopts a global perspective to usefully examine how modern families can be explored and understood. Packed with critical pedagogy, including case-studies, think points, key words and a glossary, it guides students through topics such as relationships, sexualities and paid and unpaid work.

The book also:

• Applies key social theories from classical sociological theory and contemporary analysis
• Examines best practice for researching families and family life
• Explores the role of government policies and practices