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Draws on research from a variety of disciplines to offer a study of family dynamics and social policy. Concentrating on legal reform, this book argues that family policy can only be effective if it is guided by an understanding of the importance of social capital and the advantages held by families that accrue it.

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"This is an important, innovative book that addresses some of the hottest topics in family law. Brinig brings impressive skills and a sophisticated command of the law to the task of assessing and reforming family policy. Her fresh insights are bound to provoke debate." - Barbara Woodhouse, Emory University.

Family Law and Community Supporting the Covenant

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      Publisher: University of Chicago Press
      Publication Date: 5/15/2010 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780226074993, 978-0226074993
      ISBN10: 0226074994
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      Book Synopsis
      Draws on research from a variety of disciplines to offer a study of family dynamics and social policy. Concentrating on legal reform, this book argues that family policy can only be effective if it is guided by an understanding of the importance of social capital and the advantages held by families that accrue it.

      Trade Review
      "This is an important, innovative book that addresses some of the hottest topics in family law. Brinig brings impressive skills and a sophisticated command of the law to the task of assessing and reforming family policy. Her fresh insights are bound to provoke debate." - Barbara Woodhouse, Emory University.

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