Beschreibung:
Examines communication processes within the grandmother-mother-daughter relationship, emphasizing an intergenerational perspective. For scholars/researchers in family/intergenerational communication, women's/family studies, interpersonal communication, and related areas.
Contents: Series Foreword. Preface. Part I: Setting the Scene. Velvet Chains: Understanding Maternal Relationships. The Qualitative Research Journey: "How Did I Get Here and Where Am I Going?" Grandmothers, Mothers, and Adult Daughters in Elkwood. Part II: The Action. Contradictions. Patterns of Interaction: Best Intentions, Bitter Regret, Resentment, and Love. Part III: The Denouement. Theoretical Development. Grandmothers, Mothers, and Adult Daughters: A Force to Be Reckoned With. Epilogue.