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Routledge - Japan: The Childless Society? - Sociology Book

Name: Routledge - Japan: The Childless Society? - Sociology Book
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the complex social shifts affecting modern Japan in Japan: The Childless Society? by Muriel Jolivet. This sociological study examines why Japanese women are marrying later and why the national birth rate is seeing a sharp decline. As women face disillusionment from long hours spent alone and heavy demands from older generations, the traditional expectations of motherhood are being challenged. Through extensive interviews, Jolivet investigates the specific factors contributing to maternal malaise. The book looks at how education, career paths, and the changing role of fathers impact family structures. It also examines the pressure of the 'Ten Commandments of the Good Mother' and the impact of nostalgia from older generations on modern women. This book provides a deep look into the social forces reshaping the Japanese family unit and the difficult terms and conditions many women find hard to accept in today's society.

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Analyzes the reasons behind the sharp decline in the Japanese birth rate and why women are choosing to marry later in life.

Investigates the specific social pressures known as the 'Ten Commandments of the Good Mother' and their impact on women.

Examines how shifting career paths and higher education levels influence the decision-making process regarding motherhood.

Explores the changing role of fathers and how evolving family dynamics affect the modern Japanese household.

Provides insights based on extensive interviews to understand the personal experiences of women facing maternal malaise.

Discusses the influence of older generations and the role of nostalgia in shaping current social expectations.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: Hardcover
ASIN: 0415146461
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 02 January 1997
Listed Since: 05 February 2007

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