Intercultural Couples: Exploring Diversity in Intimate Relationships Contributor(s): Karis, Terri a. (Editor), Killian, Kyle D. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0789029405 ISBN-13: 9780789029409 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $59.80 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2008 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Anthropology - Cultural & Social - Social Science | Ethnic Studies - General - Social Science | Sociology - Marriage & Family |
Dewey: 306.845 |
LCCN: 2008024924 |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6" W x 8.8" (0.90 lbs) 288 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: While cross-cultural relations were once assumed to be inherently problematic, in recent years these couples have increased in both numbers and social acceptance, and there is now a growing awareness of how little we really know about them. Addressing this gap in our knowledge, this book presents 12 chapters focusing on cross-cultural couple formations (i.e., a partner from the U.S. and another from abroad). Highlighting both the struggles and successes of couples, this book challenges the principle of homogamy, helping the reader gain a deeper understanding and respect for intercultural couples. The chapters tackle a broad range of topics and issues, including systemic considerations of the phenomenon of cross-cultural couples, bilingual couples, interfaith relationships, struggles in such couple formations, different methods of approaching solutions, and the use of the internet to meet partners from diverse backgrounds. |