Strange Customs of Courtship and Marriage

Strange Customs of Courtship and Marriage by William J. Fielding offers a curious and entertaining look at romantic traditions, wedding rituals, and marriage practices from cultures around the world. Published in 1960, this vintage social history examines the many ways people have chosen partners, arranged marriages, celebrated unions, and marked the beginning of married life.

Fielding gathers unusual customs, beliefs, ceremonies, and taboos connected with love and marriage, showing how greatly these practices can differ across time and place. Some traditions may seem charming, surprising, humorous, or even unsettling to modern readers.

Written for general audiences, this book is a good choice for readers interested in anthropology, folklore, social history, relationships, and vintage nonfiction. It also makes an interesting collectible for those who enjoy older books about human behaviour, cultural traditions, and the history of marriage.

Hardcover, Very Good. Missing dust jacket