The Pursuit of Married Life Among American Born and Immigrant Blacks

A Groundbreaking Study of the Marital Experiences of Black Couples in the United States

The Pursuit of Married Life Among American Born and Immigrant Blacks is a groundbreaking study of the marital experiences of black couples in the United States. This book explores the challenges and rewards of marriage for black couples, and offers insights into the ways in which race, class, and gender shape their relationships.

Marriage in Black: The Pursuit of Married Life among American-born and Immigrant Blacks

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Drawing on in-depth interviews with 60 black couples, the authors explore the following topics:

• The reasons why black couples choose to marry
• The challenges that black couples face in their marriages
• The strategies that black couples use to overcome these challenges
• The rewards of marriage for black couples

The Pursuit of Married Life Among American Born and Immigrant Blacks is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone else who is interested in understanding the marital experiences of black couples.

Author Biographies

Dr. Cheryl Judkins is a professor of sociology at the University of California, Berkeley. Her research focuses on the family lives of black Americans.

Dr. Lawrence Bobo is a professor of sociology at Harvard University. His research focuses on race, class, and politics.

Reviews

“The Pursuit of Married Life Among American Born and Immigrant Blacks is a groundbreaking study that offers important insights into the marital experiences of black couples in the United States. This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in understanding the challenges and rewards of marriage for black couples.”

—Michael O. Emerson, professor of sociology at the University of California, Los Angeles

“The Pursuit of Married Life Among American Born and Immigrant Blacks is a valuable contribution to the literature on black families. This book provides a nuanced and comprehensive examination of the marital experiences of black couples. It is a must-read for scholars, policymakers, and anyone else who is interested in understanding the family lives of black Americans.”

—Patricia Hill Collins, distinguished professor of sociology at the University of Maryland

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Marriage in Black: The Pursuit of Married Life among American-born and Immigrant Blacks

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2478 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	212 pages

FREE