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The book delves into the marriage experiences of the British-Indian diaspora, challenging negative stereotypes associated with arranged marriages. Through detailed ethnographic research, it reveals the complexities and emotional negotiations inherent in these unions. Rather than presenting arranged marriages as a single, uniform tradition, it highlights the diverse matchmaking practices that have evolved to reflect contemporary diasporic identities, showcasing the richness of these personal narratives.
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Learning to Love: Arranged Marriages and the British Indian Diaspora, Raksha Pande
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- Released
- 2021
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Raksha Pande
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 154
- ISBN13
- 9780813599649
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Maps & Travel, Self-Help, Geography & Topography, Encyclopedia, Partnerships
- Description
- The book delves into the marriage experiences of the British-Indian diaspora, challenging negative stereotypes associated with arranged marriages. Through detailed ethnographic research, it reveals the complexities and emotional negotiations inherent in these unions. Rather than presenting arranged marriages as a single, uniform tradition, it highlights the diverse matchmaking practices that have evolved to reflect contemporary diasporic identities, showcasing the richness of these personal narratives.