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More copies of this ISBN:Mother, Daughter, Sister, Bride: Rituals of Womanhoodby Joanne B Eicher
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Compelling photographs and text by broadcast journalist Lisa Ling, and anthropologist Joanne Eicher combine to address four levels of ritual: Self, Family, Community, and Sisterhood. Each chapter reveals the actions through which women connect with their families, members of their communities, and with each other, from Quinciniera parties celebrating a Hispanic girl turning 15, to pre-wedding henna parties in the Middle East, where women decorate the bride for her day. Stunning photographs from the National Geographic archive range through time and around the world. Complementing Eicher's four revealing essays are riveting profiles by Lisa Ling, who as host of the weekly television program, National Geographic Explorer, has traveled the world, observing and documenting these rituals from her unique perspective as 21st century journalist: The ritual of a mother sending her teenage son into the street as a suicide bomber; Or the beauty ritual of a lovely young woman undergoing plastic surgery because it is expected of her in her society. Together this accomplished author team provides a fascinating look at the historical, cultural, emotional, and personal impact of women's rituals. Synopsis:In a compelling exploration of all things female, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Bride celebrates the defining connections among women and honors their differences. Each chapter reveals the actions through which a woman connects with herself, with her family, with members of her community, and with other women--from quinceanera parties commemorating a Hispanic girl turning 15, to pre-wedding henna ceremonies in the Middle East, where the hands and feet of the bride and her party are lavishly painted for her special day. Readers also will learn about such American traditions as the debutante ball, as well as the coming of age rituals of Mende girls in Sierra Leone. Gorgeous photographs from the National Geographic archive portray these women and their customs across time and around the world. Remarkable stories and anecdotes from anthropologist Joanne Eicher complement the profiles written by Lisa Ling, who as host of the weekly television program National Geographic Explorer, has traveled the world, observing and documenting rituals both ancient and emerging, from her exceptional perspective as a journalist. Together these accomplished authors provide a fascinating look at the historical, cultural, emotional, and personal impact of women's rituals and ritual practices. Provoking a range of emotions--reverence, sadness, joy, and shock--Mother, Daughter, Sister, Bride puts women in perspective in the modern world, in multiple situations and on all levels. Synopsis:A compelling illustrated exploration around the world and through time to discover women and the rituals that unite them, give meaning to their lives, and inspire others. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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