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Families In Asia - Home And Kin

by Stella R. Quah
RM23.69 MYR RM16.55 MYR 30% off
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Family dynamics in Asia, from dating to development.

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Families In Asia - Home And Kin

by Stella R. Quah
RM23.69 MYR RM16.55 MYR 30% off
ISBN: 9780415455701
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: RM264.01 MYR
Authors: Stella R. Quah
Publisher: Routledge
Date of Publication: 2008-10-29
Format: Paperback
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Families in Asia provides a unique sociological analysis of family trends in Asia.Stella R. Quah uses demographic and survey data, personal interviews and case studies from China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam to provide a wide-ranging comparative analysis of family trends and the role of the state and social policy.Focusing on the most relevant and significant aspects of family and kin, chapters include:Concepts and research trendsFamily formingParenthoodGrandparenthoodGender roles in familiesMarriage breakdownThe impact of Socio-economic developmentThis new edition has been updated and expanded throughout and includes new material on dowry, singlehood, adoption, the transformation of the senior generation, changes in family courts and the role of the state in family wellbeing.Families in Asia will be the perfect companion for students and scholars alike who are interested in family sociology, public and social policy, and Asian society and culture more broadly.
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