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3.0
This is a dense book, but packed with just the information I was looking for. After not finding something clear online as to the theories of child care in the 40s, I came across this book and it was perfect. I was intrigued enough to continue reading and quite enjoyed the sections related to Dr. Spock. I also like that the author showed similar patterns of child rearing repeating in each generation. There are usually co-existing theories that are more disciplinarian and more permissive, Parent-centered and Child-centered. Another strength of the book was the evaluation of the upbringing and then home life of each of the experts, so their view point could be put into context with the rest of their life.
At times the writing was very dense, so much so that it was hard to read. I found this particularly true toward the end, where I wasn't as clear on what the author's intentions were, other than to gather a bunch of information. Even so, I greatly appreciated the research that went into this tome and it gave me just the information I needed and then some.
At times the writing was very dense, so much so that it was hard to read. I found this particularly true toward the end, where I wasn't as clear on what the author's intentions were, other than to gather a bunch of information. Even so, I greatly appreciated the research that went into this tome and it gave me just the information I needed and then some.
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