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“Singlehood is not longer a state to be overcome as soon as possible. It has its own rewards. Marriage is not the gateway to adulthood anymore. For most people it's the dessert - desirable, but no longer the main course.”

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Stephanie Coontz
Stephanie Coontz

Stephanie Coontz is an American historian and author specializing in the history of gender, marriage, and the family. Her work explores the evolution of gender roles in modern society and how these changes affect individuals and society. more

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