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First published to wide critical acclaim in 1987, Family Fortunes has become a seminal text in class and gender history, and its influence in the field continues to be extensive today.The book explores the middleclass family and its place in the development of capitalist society. It argues that gender and class need to be thought about together that class was always gendered and gender always classed. Divided into three parts, the book covers religion and ideology, economic structure and opportunity, and gender in action across two main case studies: the rural counties of Suffolk and Essex and the industrial town of Birmingham. This third edition contains a new introductory section by Catherine Hall, reflecting on some of the major developments in historical thinking over the last fifteen years and discussing the evolution of key themes such as the family.Providing critical insight into the perception of middleclass society and gender relations between 1780 and 1850, this volume is essential reading for students of eighteenth and nineteenthcentury British social history.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Family Fortunes'? A: 'Family Fortunes' explores the intersection of class and gender within the context of middle-class families in capitalist society, arguing that these two social constructs are inherently linked.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Family Fortunes'? A: The author of 'Family Fortunes' is Leonore Davidoff.
- Q: When was the third edition of 'Family Fortunes' published? A: The third edition of 'Family Fortunes' was published on December 19, 2018.
- Q: What are the main case studies discussed in the book? A: The book discusses two main case studies: the rural counties of Suffolk and Essex, and the industrial town of Birmingham.
- Q: How many pages does 'Family Fortunes' have? A: 'Family Fortunes' contains a total of 628 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Family Fortunes' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Family Fortunes' suitable for students studying social history? A: Yes, 'Family Fortunes' is essential reading for students of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century British social history.
- Q: What new content is included in the third edition? A: The third edition includes a new introductory section by Catherine Hall, reflecting on developments in historical thinking and key themes like the family.
- Q: What time period does 'Family Fortunes' cover? A: 'Family Fortunes' provides critical insights into middle-class society and gender relations between 1780 and 1850.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Family Fortunes' is sold as a new item.