The book delves into the complexities of love as interpersonal attraction, integrating classical and contemporary research from around the world. It examines various components and dimensions of attraction through biological, psychological, social, and cultural lenses, providing a thorough scientific understanding. Aimed at professionals and researchers, it offers valuable insights into the multifaceted nature of love and attraction in both humans and animals, making it a significant resource in the study of these themes across diverse scientific fields.
Exploring the multifaceted nature of love, this volume integrates cultural and individual perspectives, showcasing how diverse cultural backgrounds shape love experiences and expressions. It presents thorough cultural and cross-cultural studies, offering systematic descriptions of various types and models of love. The book also includes comprehensive reviews of methodologies and findings, establishing a solid empirical foundation for developing formal typologies of love.
Exploring the interplay between culture and emotions, this book delves into how various cultural parameters shape emotional experiences across different societies. It moves beyond the typical West-East comparisons and the individualism-collectivism framework to investigate a broader range of cultural dimensions that have been overlooked in mainstream research. This multidisciplinary approach offers a comprehensive understanding of the emotional lives of people in diverse cultural contexts.
Integrating findings from multiple disciplines, this volume offers a thorough exploration of modern research on love from a cross-cultural perspective. It examines the biological and social sciences to uncover similarities and differences in the feelings, thoughts, and expressions of love across cultures. The book reviews major theories and key research instruments, providing readers with a comprehensive background to understand the cultural diversity surrounding the concepts and experiences of love.
This volume offers a comprehensive review of how culture shapes our understanding and experience of romantic love, exploring its distinctions and similarities to other forms of love. It addresses questions about the relationship between romantic love, sex, and marriage throughout history and across cultures, as well as the cultural factors that influence attraction. Current research indicates that love is a universal emotion, yet its expression varies significantly due to cultural influences on individuals' perceptions and behaviors in romantic relationships. The book synthesizes classical knowledge on love and culture while highlighting recent studies that advance the field.
Divided into three parts, it begins with a definition and analysis of romantic love within a cultural context. The second part traces the origins and evolution of romantic love across different cultures and historical periods. The final section examines the expansion of romantic love ideals and practices in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly as a cultural ideal in modern societies. The conclusion summarizes key achievements in the field and anticipates future developments. This timely addition to the literature offers valuable insights for researchers in sociology, anthropology, and cultural studies, emphasizing that romantic love spans the entire human lifespan. Dr. Victor Karandashev’s scholarship enhances our understanding of romant
