Material Relations CB

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Focusing on the domestic spaces of middle-class families in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, this book delves into the significance of material goods in shaping family life. It reveals how these households influenced experiences of love, marriage, sex, childhood, and death, providing a nuanced understanding of personal relationships and societal norms of the time. Through the exploration of these intimate settings, it offers fresh insights into the complexities of family dynamics and the values they held dear.