"Global and U.S. macroeconomic changes over the past several decades have affected men and womenand people in two broad classesquite differently, Rosin argues. As jobs shifted focus from brawn to brains, women adapted and expanded their work options (retaining many home responsibilities), while men (particularly the 70 percent who lack college degrees) often didn't adapt. (Rosin's shorthand for this split is Plastic Woman and Cardboard Man. ) Among college grads, she suggests, this produces seesaw marriages, with both spouses on attractive career paths and alternating the allocation of family responsibilities. For couples without degrees, women's adaptability and pursuit of education frequently leave their spouses (or potential spouses) far behind. Rosin explores gender-role and business-organization theories but enlivens her analysis with close observation of individual cases (including a cross-cultural look at similar issues in Asia). An Atlantic senior editor, Rosin has written for top newspapers and magazines; founded Slate's DoubleX women's section; authored God's Harvard (2008), a study of Evangelical Christian Patrick Henry College; and won a 2010 National Magazine Award." (Booklist)
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