ABSTRACT
Marriage is an institution that plays a central role in most societies. As it affects decisions regarding labor supply, consumption, reproduction, and other important decisions, marriage receives considerable attention in academic circles. Much research has been done about marriage, principally by sociologists, psychologists, and anthropologists.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part One|18 pages
The Economics of Marriage in Perspective
part Two|61 pages
A General Theory of Marriage
part Three|45 pages
Sex Ratio Effects
part Four|27 pages
Compensating Differentials in Marriage
part Five|81 pages
Cohabitation, Divorce, and Polygamy
part Six|65 pages
Marriage, Productivity, and Earnings