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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
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- Released
- 2006
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- Title
- The Politics of Passion
- Subtitle
- Women's Sexual Culture in the Afro-Surinamese Diaspora
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Gloria Wekker
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Released
- 2006
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9780231131636
- Series
- Rating
- 4.25 out of 5
- Description
- 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.