Marriage

Marriage: In Free Society is a book written by Edward Carpenter and originally published in 1894. The book discusses the concept of marriage in a free society, exploring the idea that traditional marriage is a social construct that has been imposed on individuals by society. Carpenter argues that in a truly free society, individuals should have the right to choose their own partners and form relationships based on mutual love and respect, rather than conforming to societal expectations.The book covers a range of topics related to marriage, including the history of marriage, the role of women in marriage, and the impact of marriage on society. Carpenter also discusses the concept of free love, which he defines as the idea that individuals should be free to form romantic relationships without the constraints of marriage or societal expectations.Throughout the book, Carpenter challenges traditional notions of marriage and advocates for a more open and inclusive approach to relationships. He argues that in a free society, individuals should be able to form relationships based on their own preferences and desires, rather than conforming to societal norms.Overall, Marriage: In Free Society is a thought-provoking and insightful book that challenges readers to reconsider their assumptions about marriage and relationships. It remains a relevant and influential work in the field of social and political philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.