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Focusing on the concept of mati work, Gloria Wekker explores the lives of Afro-Surinamese women who prioritize alternative family structures over traditional marriage. She highlights their embrace of diverse sexual partnerships, challenging conventional views on gender and identity. Through a rich analysis, Wekker sheds light on the historical and cultural influences that shape these women's experiences, offering insights into Caribbean women's lives and the broader implications for transnational LGBTQ+ movements.
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The Politics of Passion, Gloria Wekker
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 2006
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- Titolo
- The Politics of Passion
- Sottotitolo
- Women's Sexual Culture in the Afro-Surinamese Diaspora
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Gloria Wekker
- Editore
- Columbia University Press
- Pubblicato
- 2006
- Formato
- In brossura
- Pagine
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9780231131636
- Serie
- Valutazione
- 4,25 su 5
- Descrizione
- Focusing on the concept of mati work, Gloria Wekker explores the lives of Afro-Surinamese women who prioritize alternative family structures over traditional marriage. She highlights their embrace of diverse sexual partnerships, challenging conventional views on gender and identity. Through a rich analysis, Wekker sheds light on the historical and cultural influences that shape these women's experiences, offering insights into Caribbean women's lives and the broader implications for transnational LGBTQ+ movements.