When we compare Eastern and Western societies, we find similar economic and social forces at work. But the impact of the
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Table of contents :
Contents
List of Figures
List of Tables
Preface
Chapter One. Introduction
Chapter Two. Attitudes Relating to Marriage and Family Life
Chapter Three. Views of Marriage among Never-Married Young Adults
Chapter Four. Intergenerational Relations
Chapter Five. Investments in Children’s Education, Desired Fertility, and Women’s Employment
Chapter Six. Employment
Chapter Seven. Gender and Housework
Chapter Eight. The Family in Comparative Perspective
Notes
References
Contributors
Index