Helen Plum Library

"An illuminating and thought-provoking examination of the uniquely American institution of marriage, from the Colonial era through the #MeToo age. Americans hold marriage in such high esteem that we push people toward it, reward them for taking part in it, and fetishize its benefits to the point that we routinely ignore or excuse bad behavior and societal ills in the name of protecting and promoting it. In eras of slavery and segregation, Blacks sometimes...

While visiting his and his wife's closest friends, John and Sophie, a creative writing professor sleeps with Sophie, but instead of succumbing to his failures as a teacher, writer and husband, he believes a love affair could be the answer to earning everything he needs to be set for life

Another generation of MacGregor bachelors finds true love ... when they aren't even looking! It worked with his granddaughters. Now Daniel MacGregor, powerful patriarch of the MacGregor clan and self-proclaimed matchmaker, wants to see his three handsome and eligible grandsons married. Unfortunately, D.C., Duncan and Ian have their own busy lives, and they insist on remaining stubbornly single. So their grandfather finds the perfect women to tempt,...

A marriage usually deteriorates slowly, after months or years of simmering tension and poor communication.Divorce and parental separation have been associated with a range of adverse outcomes affecting all those involved in the process. But why is it challenging for men, as multiple studies indicate it to be? How could men and women create a support system that will help the couple overcome challenges related to the split and help children cope with...

Martha's Vineyard's summer season is in full-swing — glittering sands and bright blue waves and sweet, summertime romances. Even after forty, there's so much time for love, for life, for taking big chances. Mila knows she can't live with regret. Not after everything that happened.

Nearly two years ago, Mila lost her dear husband, Peter. He was twenty years her senior and the love of her life — and in his absence, she's struggled

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This study presents a comparative analysis of the formal and informal legal systems in India and Pakistan in relation to honour crimes. The two countries share a common historical context that is reflected in their socio-cultural ethos. This study analyses the commonalities in their historical contexts, the invasion of the subcontinent, the intrusion and inclusion of foreign settlers, and the factors that contributed towards the creation and maintenance...

Get the Summary of John Mordechai Gottman's Why Marriages Succeed or Fail in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Why Marriages Succeed or Fail" by John Gottman explores the intricate dynamics of marital relationships, focusing on the patterns of interaction that can either strengthen or undermine a marriage. Gottman's extensive research examines how couples communicate, including their verbal exchanges, facial expressions,...

The Family Symphony" is a heartwarming and practical guide to navigating the ups and downs of family life. It compares family dynamics to an orchestra, where each member plays a unique instrument, and together they create a beautiful but sometimes discordant symphony. Through ten chapters, the book explores themes like self-care, shared dreams, playful interludes, and embracing challenges, offering practical tips on fostering communication, understanding,...

Marriage can be a wonderful blessing freely given to us by God. However, if we don't listen to His instructions, marriage can become a terrible curse that people try to get out of and avoid. Fortunately, God provided clear instructions in the Bible on how to live a blessed marriage. These instructions hinge on a similar topic - Noble Character. Men, this is the type of woman you need to seek to be your wife. Women, this is the type of woman you need...

After entering a house where a commotion has been overheard, two community police officers make a horrific discovery. Detective Inspector Olivia Hardy and Detective Sergeant Lauren Groves are dispatched to investigate, triggering a major investigation which ends up with Hardy being usurped as Senior Investigating Officer. It's yet another problem for Hardy, as she already suspects that husband Hal is having an affair. Meanwhile, as Groves descends...