Lauraine M. H. Vivian
amaXhosa Circumcision: Stories of Manhood and Mental Health
amaXhosa Circumcision: Stories of Manhood and Mental Health
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This book explores amaXhosa circumcision and the psychological processes involved, using concepts such as resilience, orthodoxy, broken men, and reciprocity to examine the experiences of men who have developed mental health issues. It provides rare insight into circumcision and psychotic experience through the stories of over seventy amaXhosa men.
\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 220 pages
\n Publication date: 28 April 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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This captivating book delves into the intricate realm of amaXhosa circumcision, exploring the psychological processes that accompany this cultural practice. Authored by Lauraine Vivian, the book employs a range of concepts, including resilience, orthodoxy, broken men, and reciprocity, to examine the profound experiences of men who have encountered mental health challenges as a result of their initiation into manhood. The chapters delve into sensitive and thought-provoking topics, such as physical injury, pain, harm, and the agency of women. Through the narratives of over seventy amaXhosa men, this book offers a rare and insightful perspective on circumcision and the psychotic experiences it engenders.
This captivating book delves into the intricate realm of amaXhosa circumcision, exploring the psychological processes that accompany this cultural practice. Authored by Lauraine Vivian, the book employs a range of concepts, including resilience, orthodoxy, broken men, and reciprocity, to examine the profound experiences of men who have encountered mental health challenges as a result of their initiation into manhood. The chapters delve into sensitive and thought-provoking topics, such as physical injury, pain, harm, and the agency of women. Through the narratives of over seventy amaXhosa men, this book offers a rare and insightful perspective on circumcision and the psychotic experiences it engenders.
\n Weight: 492g\n
Dimension: 160 x 241 x 20 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367211172\n \n
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