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This book stakes out new territory within an exciting, emerging field of study. Not only does it uncover the history of a neglected group, but it also offers valuable insights into the significance of marital status which are equally relevant to current debates on marriage and family.

Table of Contents
List of tables Acknowledgements List of abbreviations 1. Introduction: The prince may yet come 2. 'Consider her palaces': Work, housing and life styles 3. Family standbys: Brothers, sisters, daughters, sons 4. Relations without a name: Sex and intimacy 5. Mad or bad? Parenthood outside marriage 6. 'A world clamouring for motherhood': Adoption and fostering 7. Family romances: Aunts and uncles 8. Interest and emotion: Professional and paid work with children 9. Conclusion: 'Other' lives Appendices Select bibliography of secondary sources Index

The Shadow of Marriage Singleness in England

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      Publisher: Manchester University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 3/18/2010 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780719068935, 978-0719068935
      ISBN10: 0719068932

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      This book stakes out new territory within an exciting, emerging field of study. Not only does it uncover the history of a neglected group, but it also offers valuable insights into the significance of marital status which are equally relevant to current debates on marriage and family.

      Table of Contents
      List of tables Acknowledgements List of abbreviations 1. Introduction: The prince may yet come 2. 'Consider her palaces': Work, housing and life styles 3. Family standbys: Brothers, sisters, daughters, sons 4. Relations without a name: Sex and intimacy 5. Mad or bad? Parenthood outside marriage 6. 'A world clamouring for motherhood': Adoption and fostering 7. Family romances: Aunts and uncles 8. Interest and emotion: Professional and paid work with children 9. Conclusion: 'Other' lives Appendices Select bibliography of secondary sources Index

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