Happy singlehood
the rising acceptance and celebration of solo living
Kislev, Elyakim
creator
text
bibliography
cau
2019
monographic
eng
x, 266 pages : illustrations, map ; 23 cm.
"The singles' population is rapidly growing and doing so happily ever after. Instead of marrying, many singles nurture extensive social networks, develop self-sufficient lifestyles, and make flexible living arrangements. Happy Singlehood delves into these trends in a multi-method research and asks: "Which strategies help singles fight loneliness and social pressure? What can educators, policymakers, and urban planners do for happy singles? How will the future of happy singlehood look like?" Addressing these questions with authentic voices from around the world and up-to-date statistics, this book illuminates the coming age of singlehood. Singles and couples alike can benefit from seeing singlehood as a legitimate lifestyle, making the best out of whatever marital choice they take"--Provided by publisher.
Introduction -- The age of singlehood -- Happy singlehood in old age -- Defying social pressure -- Sleeping alone, bowling together -- Singling in a postmaterialist world -- Work hard, (but) play hard -- The future of happy singlehood -- Conclusion : what can states, cities, and social institutions do for singles?
Elyakim Kislev.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 195-257) and index.
Single people
HQ800 .K53 2019
Happy singlehood
Kislev, Elyakim.
Oakland, California : University of California Press, [2019]
(DLC) 2018042483
(OCoLC)1051779916.
9780520299139
0520299132
9780520299146
0520299140
2018038419
CU-S/DLC
180809
20200120105552.0
ocm1050457381
eng