When men are women: manhood among the gabra nomads of east africa
Auteur :
Wood, John Colman
Éditeur :
Wood, John Colman
ISBN :
9780299165901
Date de publication :
30 nov. 1999
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 x 1,9 cm
Poids :
463 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
This exploration of the cultural models of manhood examines the nomadic Gabra people of Kenya who denigrate women and feminine things yet regard their most prestigious men as women. In the study, the author offers insights into our own culture's understanding of gender and function in society.