The Politics of Passion

Women's Sexual Culture in the Afro-Surinamese Diaspora

Autori

• Gloria Wekker

Parametri

• 336 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• LGBTQ+
• Saggistica
• Sessualità e intimità

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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.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2006

(In brossura)