Essays About Marriage

“The Son’s Veto” basically revolves around the relationship between a mother and son. This short story offers us, the readers, a very insightful critique of the social class system in-place in England during the nineteenth century. The plot begins where the story introduced the protagonist, Sophy, who is a rather “humble” human from a rural […]

In many of his novels and short stories, Hardy explores the theme of social class and the challenges that arise as characters move up or down the societal ladder. Set in rural Wessex village of Gaymead in 1891, ‘The Son’s Veto’ follows Sophy, a former parlour maid who marries her employer, the Reverend Twycott. The […]

I am looking at a passage in the 24th Chapter, where Jane has awoken on the morning after Mr Rochester’s proposal in the orchard. Throughout this passage Jane contemplates the idea of marriage and expresses her worries and fears with the perplexed Mr Rochester. After this Jane realises that her love for him conquers all […]

Although both of the stories I have studied had the same message about womanising the era’s in which they were written changed the endings. The pre-twentieth text story was written by Thomas Hardy in 1850’s and was called “Tony Kytes, The Arch Deceiver”. When women were very much dominated by men and marriage was thrived […]

What we need to understand is that all is not perfect, however perfect it may seem in appearance. There is always a larger picture to what a person perceives, however well hidden the secrets lie; and the fact that in a married relationship, appearance means nothing at all. In a Victorian society, a lady betrothed […]

Written during the Victorian era, these two short stories share a common theme and setting in small village communities where news spreads quickly amongst tight-knit neighbors. Both tales delve into marriage during this period when views on matrimony differed greatly from contemporary perspectives. Examining historical societal norms, these stories captivate audiences today as well as […]

Women’s role in society now, is very different to how it used to be, mainly due to the suffrage movement. In the nineteenth century women couldn’t vote, were not considered equal to men, and also couldn’t even earn a living. Most of the time men would look down at women as they were seen as […]

The story “Deceiver” is a humorous account of Tony’s trip back from the market in his wagon. During the journey, he meets Unity, a woman he had been intimate with before getting engaged to someone else. She requests him for a ride home, and Tony obliges by saying, “You don’t suppose I could refuse ‘ee, […]

I am going to compare the story by Thomas Hardy, that was first published and set in the second half of the nineteenth century, with a story written by D. H. Lawrence which is set in the early twentieth century in the period of the first world war, to assess the different treatment of women […]

Different viewpoints exist among individuals regarding love and marriage. The difficulty in defining both love and hate can be attributed to various factors including background, personal traits, religion, and personal experiences. These aspects vary from person to person making it challenging to assign a single meaning to either emotion. Love encompasses different forms with romantic […]

Although ‘The Three Sisters’ by Jane Austen and ‘Teresa’s Wedding’ by William Trevor were written in different time periods, they both delve into comparable themes and situations. Despite being composed in the early 19th century and mid-20th century respectively, these narratives revolve around the common topic of marriage. Both ‘The Three Sisters’ and ‘Teresa’s Wedding’ […]

Critics have argued that many of the sexual relationships presented by Behn demonstrate personal gratification and financial gain lacking the existence of love; nevertheless it is important to consider that this restoration comedy is set in a carnival allowing sexual freedom to be provided, thereby both women and men receive equality and an extended freedom […]

During Mao’s leadership, China transformed from an imperial system to a communist state called the new People’s Republic of China. Mao instigated multiple modifications in political, economic, and social spheres that included Women’s Rights, Land Reform, Industrial Reform, The Hundred Flowers Campaign, Education, and Health. Mao implemented policies that had both positive and negative effects […]

The ideal woman envisioned by the Nazis was someone with blue eyes and blond hair, which are typical of Aryan Germans, who would also possess broad hips for childbearing yet be athletic. She would dress in home-produced substitutes, wearing a full skirt and flat shoes. Her duty at home would be to raise a large […]

The Nazis wished to increase the number of pure German births and suitable marriages and to do this they provided financial incentives in the form of birth grants and marriage loans. In 1935 a marriage law required a certificate of ‘fitness to marry’ before the marriage could take place. This was to help with purer […]

There are many reasons why marriages end in divorces. The reasons are because of cheating, affairs, finance stresses, violence, unfaithfulness, lying, lack of trust or disagreements.If a couple was in a financial trouble then the man or the women may not want to live with them any more or may feel he or she is […]

The increase in divorce rates may be due to changes in laws, but it is important to consider the level of responsibility that legal action carries and explore other potential factors. Over time, non-marital options have gained greater acceptance and lost some of their stigma. Giddens (1993) and Goode (1963) suggest that marriage is no […]

Realistic fiction texts such as Chronicle of a Death Foretold and So Long a Letter showcase the significant role mothers play in shaping the lives of their children. As a result, they often contribute significantly to the plot development and events that alter the course of the story. By examining the mothers of various characters, […]

This essay shall seek to examine whether the current law fails to reflect the twenty first century modern, contemporary family. It will draw upon recent developments in the law that have go so far to bridge the gap between what was once seen as the family and what is now seen as the family. I […]

The obstacle to allowing same-sex marriages in the United States has endured for a prolonged period due to the influence of Right-Wing Christian American ideology. As a result, lawmakers have been hindered by political fervor and religious interests, impeding their rationality. This article seeks to provide compelling evidence endorsing the legalization of same-sex marriages and […]

It is essential to acknowledge that void and voidable marriages are not the only forms of marriage. A valid marriage conforms to all required procedures without any flaws. Additionally, there exists a category of non-marriage whereby the ceremony deviates so significantly from a legal marriage that it cannot be recognized as one. An illustration of […]

As Lynn Wardle states in “Fundamental Principles of Family Law in the U. S”, ‘Family law is that branch of law consisting of the substantive and procedural rules that regulate the creation, ongoing relations, termination and post-termination consequence of family relationships’1. Her definition of family law is germane to the overall procedural aspect of this […]