{"title":"Justin L. Clardy","description":"\u003cp\u003eJustin L. Clardy’s works invite readers to explore contemporary perspectives on relationships and social dynamics. With a thoughtful approach, his books often challenge traditional norms and encourage open, honest conversations about personal freedom and connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in \u003cem\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/em\u003e, Clardy’s writing blends insight with practical guidance, making complex subjects accessible and engaging for those seeking to broaden their understanding of human relationships and social structures.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"why-its-ok-to-not-be-monogamous-by-justin-l-clardy-9781032450193","title":"Why It's OK to Not Be Monogamous","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe downsides of monogamy are felt by most people engaged in long-term relationships, including restrictions on self-discovery, limits on friendship, sexual boredom, and a circumscribed understanding of intimacy. Yet, a \"happily ever after\" monogamy is assumed to be the ideal form of romantic love in many modern societies: a relationship that is morally ideal and will bring the most happiness to its two partners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eWhy It’s OK to Not Be Monogamous\u003c\/em\u003e, Justin L. Clardy deeply questions these assumptions. He rejects the claim that non-monogamy among honest, informed, and consenting adults is morally impermissible. He shows instead how polyamorous relationships can actually be exemplars of moral virtue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book discusses how social and political forces sustain and reward monogamous relationships. It defines non-monogamy as a privative concept; a negation of monogamy. Looking at its prevalence in the United States, the book explains how common criticisms of non-monogamy come up short. Clardy argues, as some researchers have recently shown, that monogamy relies on continually demonizing non-monogamy to sustain its moral status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, the book concludes with a focus on equality, asking what justice for polyamorous individuals might look like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47608282185964,"sku":"9781032450193","price":306.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781032450193-why-it-s-ok-to-not-be-monogamous.jpg?v=1778194033"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/justin-l-clardy.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}