Family Theory

Author: Becker
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Publish Date: 1998-05-01
Features: The Family is based on the study of family issues and proposes an economic analysis of the family. Although it utilizes the author's previous research findings, many of the analyses are unique. Chapter 2 analyzes the division of labor between men and women and individuals with the same qualities. Chapter 3 integrates the impact of polygamy, the demand for children, differences between men, and other variables. Chapter 9 analyzes the mating of non-human species and the number of their offspring. Chapter 11 discusses the nuclear family, extended family, and kinship issues in traditional, ancient, and modern societies.