Consumerism, Romance and the Wedding Experience
| Author | : Sharon Boden |
| Publisher | : Springer |
| Total Pages | : 207 |
| Release | : 2003-06-20 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780230005648 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0230005640 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (640 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Consumerism, Romance and the Wedding Experience by : Sharon Boden
Download or read book Consumerism, Romance and the Wedding Experience written by Sharon Boden and published by Springer. This book was released on 2003-06-20 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this fascinating study, Boden considers the changing social and cultural significance of the wedding in Britain. The book focuses upon a number of issues including the commercialization of the event, the dynamics of heterosexual partnerships, and the influence of romance. The new commercial wedding is further explored in relation to broader socio-structural transformations and the modernization of marriage law. This book draws upon the experiences of marrying couples as well as media evidence.
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