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andforgotten's review against another edition
4.0
It definitely offers what it says on the cover - an immersive and interesting outline of the history of dating in the United States - and I guess that's what a reader should expect, but she mentiones unconventional lifestyles or love-styles in the final chapter and it would have been great to have a little more discussion on that, tied in to an outlook of the future of dating.
emilieonthemove's review against another edition
5.0
The byline should read "A history of dating in America," instead of "The Invention of Dating." Maybe then it would stave off the negative reviews about this book being "too academic." I found it a fascinating overview of the evolution of dating by decade, starting from the dawn of the 20th century until present day. This book was intelligently written yet gripping, and the author seamlessly ties dating trends to cultural zeitgeist, current events, and economic trends. There is also a heavy dash of feminist reflection, which is refreshing to read in a book that tries to be more historical than prescriptive. I found myself thinking, "no wonder I feel this way," or "no wonder I feel strange that everyone else is doing this, but I'm not." From dating, to going steady, to free love, to the rise of Cosmopolitan, to online dating, to ticking biological clocks, so much is explained in this fascinating read.
m_kinclova's review against another edition
informative
reflective
tense
medium-paced
3.0
Interesting overview of how dating developed, more coherent in earlier stages with less smooth flow by the end.
Still, a very nice read if you wanna know more about interactions between people.
Still, a very nice read if you wanna know more about interactions between people.
zlukco's review against another edition
4.0
kind of jumping but I really liked this. really important in making the history of dating a valid and respected topic in academia.
hannibanani29's review against another edition
challenging
informative
reflective
slow-paced
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism and Misogyny
Moderate: Homophobia, Racism, and Sexual violence
Minor: Rape, Racial slurs, Pregnancy, and Classism
kserra's review against another edition
4.0
A fascinating overview of the history of dating in the US, with interesting tidbits about different times. It's both personal and academic, thoughtful and intense.