Summary of Stephanie Coontz's Marriage, a History

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 People have always been in love, and in many cultures, love was considered a valid reason for getting married. But in most societies, love was not seen as the main reason for getting married, and it was often seen as incompatible with marriage. #2 In many cultures, love was not seen as the main reason for getting married, and it was often seen as incompatible with marriage. In Europe, the aristocracy idealized