Birth In Four Cultures: A Cross-Cultural Investigation Of Childbirth In Yucatan, Holland, Sweden And The United States
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Brigitte Jordan
Binding: Paperback
Published: Eden Press Women's Publications, 1980
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This seminal work, Birth In Four Cultures: A Cross-Cultural Investigation Of Childbirth In Yucatan, Holland, Sweden And The United States, presents a rigorous anthropological examination of childbirth practices and beliefs across diverse societies. It meticulously chronicles the varying approaches to labor and delivery in Yucatan, Holland, Sweden, and the United States, offering profound insights into how cultural contexts shape this universal human experience. The author argues compellingly for a deeper understanding of cross-cultural perspectives in maternal care, illustrating the profound impact of societal norms on birthing rituals. This academic text uncovers the intricate interplay between tradition, medical intervention, and women's experiences, making it an essential read for scholars and practitioners alike.
Author: Brigitte Jordan
Binding: Paperback
Published: Eden Press Women's Publications, 1980
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This seminal work, Birth In Four Cultures: A Cross-Cultural Investigation Of Childbirth In Yucatan, Holland, Sweden And The United States, presents a rigorous anthropological examination of childbirth practices and beliefs across diverse societies. It meticulously chronicles the varying approaches to labor and delivery in Yucatan, Holland, Sweden, and the United States, offering profound insights into how cultural contexts shape this universal human experience. The author argues compellingly for a deeper understanding of cross-cultural perspectives in maternal care, illustrating the profound impact of societal norms on birthing rituals. This academic text uncovers the intricate interplay between tradition, medical intervention, and women's experiences, making it an essential read for scholars and practitioners alike.