This article analyzes the depiction of marriage in P.D. James' The Children of Men and its connection between hope and despair. In the novel, marriage is portrayed not only through personal relationships but also through social and political issues. The cessation of childbirth in society and the loss of hope for the future of humanity bring a new and complex context to the institution of marriage. The article examines the relationship between the characters Theo and Julian, exploring how their marriage, shaped by personal losses and desires, reflects broader themes. Additionally, it analyzes how marriage serves as a source of meaning and hope for individuals and how it changes within the context of a society in crisis. The article highlights the role of marriage in the novel, its personal and social significance, and demonstrates how hope is presented as a crucial element in the struggle against despair.

Marriage, P.D. James, The Children of Men, hope, despair, societal collapse, infertility, Theo, Julian, relationship, personal loss, social control, dystopia, survival, human connection, redemption

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