Routledge - The Church of England and Divorce in the 20th Century

Explore the historical evolution of marriage and law in this scholarly work by Routledge. As societal views shifted from a Biblical definition of marriage as an indissoluble union toward a focus on personal and individual relationships, secular laws underwent significant changes. This book examines how these shifts occurred over the past two centuries. Using unpublished sources and previously inaccessible private collections, Holmes investigates the role the Church of England played in these societal transitions. The study provides a deep look at the impact these changes had on ecclesiastical policies and the legal landscape. This research is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of religious institutions and their relationship with modern social structures. Whether you are a student of sociology, history, or theology, this book offers a detailed perspective on the changing nature of marriage. It serves as a relevant resource for modern debates regarding the meaning and definition of marriage in a changing world.