On the Road to Same-Sex Marriage: A Supportive Guide to Psychological, Political, and Legal Issues [Hardcover]

Robert P. Cabaj (Editor), David W. Purcell (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 20, 1997

An informative, provocative, and compassionate view of same sex marriage

All of society will benefit when all members are treated as equals, with equal respect and with equal access to rights, protections, legal supports, and sanctions.
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Perceptive and informative, this is an essential compendium for same sex couples struggling to gain the psychological support and legal benefits guaranteed to couples in legally sanctioned marriages.

Robert Cabaj, David Purcell, and other experts experts in the field provide a comprehensive historical overview of same sex marriage along with a profile of contemporary, long-standing gay relationships.

Covering a variety of emotional, psychological, and legal topics, the authors argue that same sex marriage is not a moral question, but a civil rights issue of equal treatment and non-discrimination. In this thorough analysis, they probe the harmful psychological effects that denying marital status has on same sex couples, as well as on society as a whole.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A clear and useful overview." --The National Law Journal

"The timing is perfect. On the Road to Same-Sex Marriage is a welcome contribution to the dialogue on equal treatment under the law." --Brian McNaught, author, Now That I'm Out, What Do I Do? Thoughts on Living Deliberately

"This is an excellent and comprehensive resource for lesbians and gays who look forward to legalized same-sex marriage, as well as for politicians, judges, and attorneys who will decide when to allow that choice." --Nanette K. Gartrell, associate clinical professor of psychiatry, University of California, San Francisco, and Dee Mosbacher, psychiatrist and filmmaker

"Fascinating, informative, diverse?an unusually thorough and cutting-edge compilation on a variety of issues for same-sex couples." --Andrew M. Mattison and David P. McWhirter, coauthors of The Male Couple and associate clinical professors of psychiatry, University of California, San Diego

From the Inside Flap

Thousands of gays and lesbians are living in long-term, committed relationships. The vast majority of these individuals would like to be legally married and to celebrate their union with family and friends under the auspices of church and state. Yet these couples are currently denied the emotional, political, and legal benefits of a lawfully sanctioned marriage.On the Road to Same-Sex Marriage is an essential compendium for same-sex couples. Robert Cabaj, David Purcell, and seven other leading authorities make a compelling case in support of gay and lesbian marriages and cover a variety of psychological, historical, and cultural topics.In this thorough analysis, the contributors probe the harmful psychological effects that denying marital status has on same-sex couples, as well as on society as a whole. They also argue that same-sex marriage is not a moral issue, but a civil rights issue involving equal treatment and nondiscrimination.Perceptive, compassionate, and informative, this book provides a comprehensive historical overview of same-sex marriage along with a profile of contemporary gay relationships. It also addresses parenting, religious, and legal issues, as well as international perspectives on same-sex marriage.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 218 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 1 edition (October 20, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0787909629
• ISBN-13: 978-0787909628
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.3 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.8 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,034,806 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)