Current Widowhood: Myths & Realities (Understanding Families series)

Current Widowhood: Myths & Realities (Understanding Families series) by Lopata, Helena Znaniecka. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780803973961.

"This book should be read by all those coping with widowhood; those studying gender, aging, or social roles; and those providing services to widows." --Choice "This volume provides an overview of the major themes that have characterized the study of widowhood in recent decades. . . .There is a richness and depth to the discussion, which draws on a large body of research not only on widowhood but also on such related topics as later-life marriage, caregiving roles, friendship ties, employment patterns, and the changing roles of wife and mother. . . .This volume brings together Helena Znaniecka Lopata′s insights and understandings based on nearly 30 years of research on widowhood in a variety of contexts. . . .The book is well anchored in its focus on widowhood as both a process of transition--involving the movement from wife to widow--and as a status--with certain characteristics, rights, and expectations--held by previously married individuals." --Anne Martin Matthews,