October 25, 2002

'Adoption Studies' Hits the Humanities, With Surprises in Store

By JENNIFER K. RUARK

Few people know that at the turn of the 20th century it was socially acceptable

ALSO SEE:

What Makes a Family?

Recent and Forthcoming Books About Adoption

for single women to adopt children. That adoption records were not routinely sealed until after World War II. That before the war, most mothers who relinquished

Digital or Print Subscription

Web Pass

Already have an account? Log In Now.