A Labor of Love: The History of the Invention of Dating is a seminal book that explores the history and evolution of the institution of dating. Author Moira Weinstein follows an investigative approach, offering the reader an in-depth analysis of the transformations in the field of interpersonal relationships, from traditional meetings to the modern world of online dating. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the role of religion and culture to the scientific discoveries that have influenced the way we meet and communicate with each other. Readers will delve into an era of history that sheds light on how the need for specialized meetings arose and how this phenomenon has defined our modern world of interpersonal relationships.