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Little Bit Married : How to Know When It's Time to Walk down the Aisle or Out the Door by Hannah Seligson (2009, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherHachette Books
ISBN-100738213160
ISBN-139780738213163
eBay Product ID (ePID)70920556
Product Key Features
Book TitleLittleBit Married : How to Know When It's Time to Walk Down the Aisle or Out the Door
Number of Pages240 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicLove & Romance, Marriage & Long-Term Relationships, General
Publication Year2009
GenreFamily & Relationships
AuthorHannah Seligson
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight8.5 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2009-026243
ReviewsBookviews.com, January 2010 "The author takes a look at a major trend in dating these days, the long-term unmarried relationship. She provides the context for why young people are delaying marriage…This is a kind of modern day marriage advice manual, but without interpreting marriage in purely legal terms and it is full of very good advice." Tucson Citizen, 1/8/10 "Provides a roadmap to successfully navigating the long-term relationship…[Seligson's] book includes the Cohabitation Commandments that should be memorized by anyone even thinking of entering 'a little bit married' arrangement.", Christine Whelan, author of Why Smart Men Marry Smart Women on Huffington Post , 1/26/10 "A well-researched and cleverly written pop-sociology self-help book." SheWrites.com, 1/26/10 "Uncovers and spotlights a major trend in dating today: the long-term unmarried relationship...Sheds light on a phenomenon that everyone does, knows someone who does, or is related to someone who does, but no one has named. Blending advice with the context of why young people are delaying marriage, Hannah creates a hybrid with A Little Bit Married , mixing cultural commentary with the language of the traditional how-to." Publishers Weekly , starred review, 2/1/10 "Seligson's tidy handbook takes a clarifying look at the confusing and often frustrating world of long-term relationships...Putting extensive research into practical, everyday language, Seligson starts by defining the phenomenon with both broad social context and acute symptoms, developing snappy common-sense lessons. Practical advice for making decisions and carrying through follows." CampusProgress.org, 2/13/10 "Seligson seeks to explore the gray area between dating and marriage...The book is prescriptive for an era in which 'you now get your marriage training wheels with your first mini-marriage.'", Bookviews.com, January 2010 "The author takes a look at a major trend in dating these days, the long-term unmarried relationship. She provides the context for why young people are delaying marriage&This is a kind of modern day marriage advice manual, but without interpreting marriage in purely legal terms and it is full of very good advice." Tucson Citizen , 1/8/10 "Provides a roadmap to successfully navigating the long-term relationship&[Seligson's] book includes the Cohabitation Commandments that should be memorized by anyone even thinking of entering 'a little bit married' arrangement." Feministing.com, 1/11/2010 "[A] research-packed, story-rich, sociological-self-help hybrid&Seligson coins a long overdue term for something so many of us have experienced." InfoDad.com, 1/14/2010 "[Seligson's] advice is straightforward and unexceptionable&And some of her post-feminist logic is compelling&The most useful element of Seligson's book is her discussion of how to decide whether the person you are living with is 'the One.'&Seligson's chapter on how to break up is also useful&[ A Little Bit Married ] provides solidarity and more than a little bit of good advice." Christine Whelan, author of Why Smart Men Marry Smart Women on Huffington Post , 1/26/10 "A well-researched and cleverly written pop-sociology self-help book." SheWrites.com, 1/26/10 "Uncovers and spotlights a major trend in dating today: the long-term unmarried relationship&Sheds light on a phenomenon that everyone does, knows someone who does, or is related to someone who does, but no one has named. Blending advice with the context of why young people are delaying marriage, Hannah creates a hybrid with A Little Bit Married , mixing cultural commentary with the language of the traditional how-to." Publishers Weekly , starred review, 2/1/10 "Seligson's tidy handbook takes a clarifying look at the confusing and often frustrating world of long-term relationships&Putting extensive research into practical, everyday language, Seligson starts by defining the phenomenon with both broad social context and acute symptoms, developing snappy common-sense lessons. Practical advice for making decisions and carrying through follows." CampusProgress.org, 2/13/10 "Seligson seeks to explore the gray area between dating and marriage&The book is prescriptive for an era in which 'you now get your marriage training wheels with your first mini-marriage.'" TheFasterTimes.com, 2/16/10 "What distinguishes ALBM from other books in this genre is Seligson's gently prodding tone. Her advice is never too specific; instead she asks her readers valuable, self-reflective questions." San Francisco Book Review and Sacramento Book Review , March 2010 "[A] fascinating new book&Written primarily for a female audience, but with an open and engaging style that appeals to men as well, A Little Bit Married helps readers answer these hard questions and understand their own complicated relationships. Everyone, from disapproving parents to free spirits, should read this book." London Free Press , 3/8/10 "Dissects the murky stage of living together without marriage." Midwest Book Review , February 2010 "A resource [that] those looking for that lifetime commitment should look into." Kansas City Star , 7/7/10 "Read this book if you''ve ever been in a serious dating relationship&You can tell it's written by someone in their 20s because of how well it captures the feeling of what it's like to be a in a serious relationship at that age&If you're a parent wondering why your kid is getting so serious with somebody, this might offer you an explanation. And if you're a woman who isn't sure how to talk the future with your partner, you could learn ways to broach the topic." BookIdeas.com, July 2010 "Anyone who finds themselves in a relationship at such a crossroads can learn some lessons from this book. If one has a friend in such straights, this might be a good gift book for that person.", Bookviews.com, January 2010 "The author takes a look at a major trend in dating these days, the long-term unmarried relationship. She provides the context for why young people are delaying marriage...This is a kind of modern day marriage advice manual, but without interpreting marriage in purely legal terms and it is full of very good advice." Tucson Citizen , 1/8/10 "Provides a roadmap to successfully navigating the long-term relationship...[Seligson's] book includes the Cohabitation Commandments that should be memorized by anyone even thinking of entering 'a little bit married' arrangement." Feministing.com, 1/11/2010 "[A] research-packed, story-rich, sociological-self-help hybrid...Seligson coins a long overdue term for something so many of us have experienced." InfoDad.com, 1/14/2010 "[Seligson's] advice is straightforward and unexceptionable...And some of her post-feminist logic is compelling...The most useful element of Seligson's book is her discussion of how to decide whether the person you are living with is 'the One.'...Seligson's chapter on how to break up is also useful...[ A Little Bit Married ] provides solidarity and more than a little bit of good advice.", TheFasterTimes.com, 2/16/10 "What distinguishes ALBM from other books in this genre is Seligson's gently prodding tone. Her advice is never too specific; instead she asks her readers valuable, self-reflective questions." San Francisco Book Review and Sacramento Book Review , March 2010 "[A] fascinating new book...Written primarily for a female audience, but with an open and engaging style that appeals to men as well, A Little Bit Married helps readers answer these hard questions and understand their own complicated relationships. Everyone, from disapproving parents to free spirits, should read this book." London Free Press , 3/8/10 "Dissects the murky stage of living together without marriage." Midwest Book Review , February 2010 "A resource [that] those looking for that lifetime commitment should look into." Kansas City Star , 7/7/10
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SynopsisQuarterlife Crisis meets Why Men Marry Bitches : A guide to successfully navigating the long-term relationship years, for any woman wondering, "So...where's the ring?", Quiz: Are You "A Little Bit Married"? We've been dating for more than a year. I talk on the phone with his parents. We go on vacations with each other's families. We're planning to live together (or already do). I often wonder, "Where is this going?" Do I just wait around? How can I be sure this person is really "The One"? If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. It's the dawning of an age when we're not in any hurry to reach the milestones--house, spouse, and kids--that once marked adulthood, although we'd like to get there . . . soon. In this practical, no-holds-barred guide, Hannah Seligson delivers an eye-opening look at why serial long-term relationships have become the new romantic rite of passage. From making life-changing sacrifices for your partner to dealing with doubts, Seligson explains how to make the most of this ambiguous state, including: - What are the signs s/he's ready for long-term commitment? - How do you make decisions about careers, cohabitation, and religion when there isn't a ring? - What's the best way to mention the "M" word to a commitment-phobe? - How long should you stay A Little Bit Married before tying the knot . . . or moving on? Combining expert advice with compelling anecdotes, A Little Bit Married will provide you with the roadmap you need to survive the life stage post-"Let's Do It " and pre-"I Do.", Quiz: Are You "A Little Bit Married"? We've been dating for more than a year. I talk on the phone with his parents. We go on vacations with each other's families. We're planning to live together (or already do). I often wonder, "Where is this going?" Do I just wait around? How can I be sure this person is really "The One"? If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. It's the dawning of an age when we're not in any hurry to reach the milestones--house, spouse, and kids--that once marked adulthood, although we'd like to get there . . . soon. In this practical, no-holds-barred guide, Hannah Seligson delivers an eye-opening look at why serial long-term relationships have become the new romantic rite of passage. From making life-changing sacrifices for your partner to dealing with doubts, Seligson explains how to make the most of this ambiguous state, including: * What are the signs s/he's ready for long-term commitment? * How do you make decisions about careers, cohabitation, and religion when there isn't a ring? * What's the best way to mention the "M" word to a commitment-phobe? * How long should you stay A Little Bit Married before tying the knot . . . or moving on? Combining expert advice with compelling anecdotes, A Little Bit Married will provide you with the roadmap you need to survive the life stage post-"Let's Do It!" and pre-"I Do."
LC Classification NumberHQ803.5.S45 2009
