Is there a Case for Same-Sex Marriage?

Against a backdrop of strongly held sentiments on both sides of this fraught and often inadequately debated topic, R.

S. Harris appeals primarily to argument and evidence, and offers a compelling critique to show why the centuries-old meaning of marriage cannot be changed.Same-sex marriage advocates argue that 'love and commitment' are sufficient conditions that qualify members of the same sex for marriage.

In this powerful rebuttal, the author demonstrates how the concept of "equal marriage", and the doctrine of "equality" underpinning it, is fundamentally flawed.

He explains why the supposed benefits of "opening" up marriage to same-sex couples are unconvincing; and shows that studies purporting to present same-sex parenting as positive are not a credible scientific benchmark for comparison with studies of married, opposite-sex parenting.The author examines pertinent and pervasive questions involving monogamy, the rights of children, labelling, identity and public health - while bringing to the foreground disturbing concerns about significant freedoms being increasingly marginalised.

He uncovers how gay rights campaigners and their "equality" supporters are wilfully blind to the inadvertent and embarrassing consequences.'This is a full balanced account of the argument against opening the institution of marriage to same sex couples.

I commend it to all who are concerned about this vitally important question...'Lord Mackay of Clashfern, former Lord Chancellor"...this well-researched and measured publication is a timely contribution which offers light rather than heat with well-documented information."The Baroness Cox, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Lords"R.

S. Harris has been nothing if not thorough in his description and analysis of the issue of same-sex marriage...His work makes for compelling reading and his opponents have a lot of questions to answer."The Rt Revd Dr Michael Nazir-Ali, former Bishop of Rochesterand former Member of the House of Lords"...clear in its exposition, convincing in its arguments, it should be required reading for every politician..."The Lord Cormack DL"This is a well-researched, balanced, comprehensive and marvellous study...[which] needs to be read by a wide audience."The Baroness O'Cathain OBEenerated