The most comprehensive and readable survey text available for Sociology of Family courses. This book uses all of the basic theoretical frameworks (structural/functionalist, conflict, interactionist, exchange, developmental, and feminist) to describe and analyze contemporary families and nontraditional lifestyles. One user comments, I can depend on this book I can be assured that my students can read and comprehend any topics presented in the text. Eshleman does an excellent job of presenting a variety of information on numerous topics concerning the family in society. The text explores contemporary issues in a comprehensive manner that is beneficial to both students and educators .