The History of Human Marriage V3

The History of Human Marriage V3 is a comprehensive book written by Edward Westermarck that explores the evolution of marriage practices throughout human history. The book is divided into three volumes, with the third volume focusing on the historical and cultural aspects of marriage in various societies around the world.Westermarck's book provides a detailed analysis of the origins of marriage, tracing the development of the institution from prehistoric times to the modern era. He examines the social, economic, and political factors that have influenced marriage practices over the centuries, and explores the ways in which marriage has been used as a tool for social control and political power.The author also delves into the various forms of marriage that have existed throughout history, including monogamy, polygamy, and group marriage. He analyzes the cultural and religious beliefs that have shaped these practices, and explores the ways in which they have been used to regulate sexual behavior and family structures.Throughout the book, Westermarck draws on a wide range of historical and anthropological sources to provide a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the history of human marriage. His work is an essential resource for anyone interested in the evolution of human society and the role that marriage has played in shaping our cultural and social norms.1922. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766146189, 0766145247. Volume 3 of 3. This work discusses the evolution of marriage from its earliest history through present times. This volume contains chapters relative to the following topics: monogamy and polygamy; polyandry; group marriage and other group relations; duration of marriage and the right to dissolve it; list of authorities cited; and index.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.