Making Modern Family

Making Modern Family by Edward Shorter, published by Basic Books on October 12, 1977, is an insightful exploration of the evolution of the Western family structure. This 8th printing edition spans 369 pages and is presented in English. The book traces and assesses the factors that have contributed to the gradual transformation of family dynamics over the last three hundred years, specifically focusing on the shift from extended families to nuclear units.

Readers will find a thorough examination of the social, cultural, and economic determinants that have influenced family structures throughout history. Shorter delves into the implications of these changes, providing a comprehensive understanding of how family life has adapted in response to various societal shifts. This work is particularly relevant for those interested in the subject of family and its evolution in the context of modern society.