Introduction
Historical perspectives on marriage
Comparing marriage, cohabitation, and being single
Entering marital and cohabiting unions
Influence of parental youth factors before birth of study child
Influence of parental factors during childhood and adolescence of the children
The courtship process and union formation
Religious affiliation and commitment
The influence of attitudes, values, and beliefs
Educational influences
Work, earnings potential, and career aspiration
Integration and summary of effects
Conclusions.
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Marriage and cohabitation by Arland Thornton. ISBN 9780226798677. Published by University of Chicago Press in 2010. Publication and catalogue information, links to buy online and reader comments.
