First published 2009
Marriage takes work, and journalists Cokie and Steve Roberts understand this truth after thirty years together. They examine their own relationship alongside the broader story of American marriage. The couple reflects on early concerns about their religious differences and recalls their wedding at Cokie's family home. They explore how they balanced demanding careers with raising children and found ways to compromise during disagreements. The Roberts also tell stories of other American couples, from John and Abigail Adams to pioneers, slaves, and immigrants who built lives together. They include accounts of failed marriages and families navigating divorce. Through these interwoven narratives, they reveal what makes the marital bond unique in America and show how spouses sustain each other through life's challenges.
Genres: family, 20th-century, american, marriage, biography-memoir, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
Period: 20th Century, 21st Century
384 pages · Kindle Edition · HarperCollins