Major Problems in the History of American Families and Children: Documents and Essays

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Focusing on the interplay between marriage, gender relations, and childhood, this text provides an in-depth exploration of family history in America. It examines race, ethnicity, and class from colonial times to the present, with particular attention to Native Americans and Latinos. The narrative connects historical developments with significant political events, offering a balanced view of public policy towards families alongside personal experiences of family life. This comprehensive approach makes it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of American family dynamics.