Marriages and Families in the 21st Century: A Bioecological Approach
"This well-written text provides a balanced perspective on the contemporary American family. It is scholarly yet accessible to most readers. It is definitive while highlighting areas of controversy. It leads to counsel for family members in crisis while acknowledging the uniqueness of each case."- Kenneth A. Dodge, Duke University "Framed within bioecological theory, this book provides a unique and innovative perspective on marriage and families in the multicultural 21stcentury.  The volume is beautifully and respectfully written and students will greatly enjoy reading it.  Tasha Howe has produced a gem for the ages."- Dante Cicchetti, University of Minnesota "Marriages and Families in the 21st Centuryby Tasha Howe is not just another family textbook. Howe has succeeded in providing a fresh perspective on family issues that is reflective of our time.In this engaging text, she emphasizes contemporary issues such as family diversity and the multi-determined nature of both family functioning and family influence on adults and children. The book will have wide appeal to both students and their instructors for its accessible but scholarly approach. This new entry is a winner!!"- Ross D. Parke, University of California, Riverside "This is an extraordinary and comprehensive textbook that will serve as a benchmark for encouraging and exciting students to learn about and understand marriages and families in our increasingly complex world."- Margaret K. Keiley, Auburn University