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The paradox of modern parenthood
2014Steady paceThoughtful
What it is about
Jennifer Senior, a journalist, examines how having children affects parents’ lives. She draws on research on marriage, work and well-being. The book asks why parents report both joy and strain.
Who will enjoy it
Parents.
What you will get
Expands on her New York magazine article.
All Joy and No Fun Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Nonfiction · Parenthood · Research · Family life
Length
320 pages · ≈ 9 h
More about this book
Characters
Jennifer Senior.
Setting
Family homes and research labs.
What makes it different
A sociological look at modern parenting.
Feel
Thoughtful and wry.
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