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Book Synopsis: This stunning sequel to Brigitte Jordan's landmark Birth in Four Cultures brings together the work of fifteen reproductive anthropologists to address core cultural values and knowledge systems as revealed in contemporary birth practices in Brazil, Greece, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Tanzania, and the United States. Six ethnographic chapters form the heart of the book, three of which are set up as dyads that compare two countries; each demonstrates the power of anthropology's cross-cultural comparative method. An additional chapter with ethnographic vignettes gives readers a feel for what fieldwork is really like on the ground. The eminently readable, theoretically rich chapters are enhanced by absorbing stories, photos, quotes, thought questions, and film suggestions that nudge the reader toward eureka flashes of understanding and render the book suitable for undergraduate and graduate audiences alike.
Also by Robbie Davis-Floyd and available from Waveland Press: Ways of Knowing about Birth: Mothers, Midwives, Medicine, and Birth Activism (ISBN 9781478633624).
Titles of related interest also available from Waveland Press: Gabriel, Touching Bellies, Touching Lives: Midwives of Southern Mexico Tell Their Stories (ISBN 9781478627104), Holloway, Monique and the Mango Rains: Two Years with a Midwife in Mali (ISBN 9781577664352), and Jordan, Birth in Four Cultures: A Crosscultural Investigation of Childbirth in Yucatan, Holland, Sweden and the United States, Fourth Edition (ISBN 9780881337174).
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Are you fascinated by different cultures and their unique traditions? Discover the captivating world of childbirth rituals with the Birth in Eight Cultures book. This compelling sequel to Brigitte Jordan's groundbreaking Birth in Four Cultures delves into the birth practices of eight diverse countries: Brazil, Greece, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Tanzania, and the United States. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural values and knowledge systems that shape these mesmerizing birth practices.
Written by fifteen esteemed reproductive anthropologists, this book is a treasure trove of cross-cultural insights. Engage in comparative analysis as you explore six ethnographic chapters, three of which compare two countries side by side. Through absorbing stories, vibrant photos, intriguing quotes, and thought-provoking film suggestions, the book sparks a deeper understanding of birth practices and their cultural significance.
Designed for undergraduate and graduate audiences alike, Birth in Eight Cultures is a captivating blend of theoretical richness and accessible reading. Each chapter is thoughtfully crafted to inspire those eureka moments of understanding, making it an ideal resource for students and enthusiasts in anthropology, sociology, and cultural studies.
Join Robbie Davis-Floyd and the esteemed authors on an illuminating journey through the art of childbirth. Expand your horizons and gain a new appreciation for the diverse ways in which birth is celebrated around the world. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the wonders of Birth in Eight Cultures!
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