Millennium of Family Change

Explore the profound transformations of family structures over a millennium with Millennium of Family Change by Wally Seccombe. Published by Verso Books in 1995, this insightful paperback spans 352 pages and delves into the intricate relationship between economic history and family dynamics in Europe. Seccombe draws on a diverse array of studies in family history, historical demography, and economic history to illuminate the shift from feudalism to capitalism. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of how families evolved from the Middle Ages through the Industrial Revolution, shedding light on the sociocultural implications of these changes. Ideal for anyone interested in sociology, European history, and the evolution of family relationships, this book is a must-read for those looking to deepen their understanding of the past.