Trumbull Library To Host Author Talk Event With Writer Marcia Zug

Information via the Trumbull Library

TRUMBULL, CT — The Trumbull Library will host an in-person author talk event next month featuring captivating storyteller and esteemed professor of law Marcia Zug.

According to a news release provided by the library, the event will be held in the Hawley-Nichols Community Room from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. featuring a thought-provoking journey through the history and evolution of marriage in America, just in time to kick off the wedding season.

Zug will discuss her latest book, "You'll Do: A History of Marrying for Reasons Other Than Love," which delves into the legal and social frameworks that have shaped our understanding of love and commitment throughout American history.

From arranged marriages to contemporary relationships, Zug illuminates the complex interplay between love, law and societal expectations, according to the library.

Event Highlights

Author Talk: Marcia Zug will share insights from her book, exploring how marriage has evolved and how it has been used to address societal issues.

Lively Discussion: Engage in a dynamic conversation about the changing dynamics of marriage and relationships.

Book Signing: Copies of "You'll Do: A History of Marrying for Reasons Other Than Love" will be available for purchase and signing, courtesy of Black Rock Books.

According to the library, Zug explains Americans hold marriage in such high esteem that we push people toward it, reward them for taking part in it, and fetishize its benefits to the point that we routinely ignore or excuse bad behavior and societal ills in the name of protecting and promoting it.

Her book offers a compelling case for reevaluating the institution of marriage and its role in society, according to the library.

Join the library for "an enlightening afternoon as we explore the fascinating history of marriage in America." Those interested can register for the event, which is free and open to the public, here.

About the Author

Marcia Zug is a professor of law at the University of South Carolina and a graduate of Dartmouth College and Yale Law School. She is known for her engaging storytelling and ability to bring legal history to life. Her previous work, "Buying a Bride: An Engaging History of Mail-Order Matches," was highly acclaimed. Zug lives in South Carolina with her husband and two daughters.