Routledge - The Social Science of Same-Sex Marriage Book

Explore the real-world impact of marriage equality through this comprehensive volume from Routledge. This edited collection brings together research from across the social sciences to provide an empirically grounded look at how lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people navigate marriage in the US and Canada. Rather than focusing solely on the political debates that preceded marriage equality, this book examines the lived experiences of LGBT individuals. It looks at the actual numbers regarding who is marrying and provides deep insight into what these marriages look like in practice. Readers will gain a better understanding of how marriage and legal equality affect the lives and relationships of the LGBT community. This text serves as a vital resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in the sociological aspects of gender and society. By moving beyond political discourse, the volume offers a clear view of the social realities shaped by changing legal landscapes.