World Famous Comics: Archaeogender, Studies in Gender's Material Culture (Marco Polo Monographs 2, ISSN 1527-2265, no. 2) (Marco Polo Monographs)
Archaeogender, Studies in Gender's Material Culture (Marco Polo Monographs 2, ISSN 1527-2265, no. 2) (Marco Polo Monographs)
From: Shangri-La Publications Publisher: Shangri-La Publications Average Rating: Binding: Hardcover Label: Shangri-La Publications Number of Items: 1 Number of Pages: 28020 Publication Date: November 24, 1999
Product Description: This volume introduces a new approach to tackling sex and human relationships in the archaeological record. Cultures, in all societies, shape sexual expressions and desires. Sex is provided, while gender is acquired, imposed, or selected depending on the cultural constraints that prevail in a given culture. Our roles in any society are labeled and placed. This changes through our life, from birth to old age, and even in death. This book studies in detail the material culture record of many ancient societies-Yoruba, Natufian, Egyptian, South Asian and Chinese-to see how society shapes everyone's role in it and how that is preserved in the archaeological record.
A fantastic sex study Archaeogender is probably the most profound study on gender in archaeology available. Every subject discussed is completely researched, yet it is presented in a witty and engaging style. How we are defined by society is something I had not seriously understood until now. This book is profoundly important!
An incredible study of sex through the ages! Dr. Gosline wrote the most provocative study of sex and culture that I have ever read. This is an incredible study that has something for everyone. It begins with a detailed evaluation of feminist and queer theory. Then I was led through a series of fascinating case studies. They not only reveal how gender roles are created in every society, but also provide a key to decoding the symbols that define those roles. This is an amazing theoretical work and practical guide to the Natufians of prehistoric Israel, ancient Egypt, India, Nigeria and even China. The research is as flawless as the conclusions are profound!
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