Women as Subjects: South Asian Histories

Print length: 268 pages
Language: English
Publisher: University of Virginia Press
Publication date: 29 April 1994

Name: Women as Subjects: South Asian Histories
SKU: 9780813915227
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SKU: 9780813915227

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Explore the evolving identity and status of women in India with ‘Women as Subjects: South Asian Histories’. This compelling collection features seven leading scholars from India, the UK, and the US, offering fresh perspectives through anthropology, history, and sociology. Edited with a substantial theoretical introduction by Nita Kumar, these essays delve into women’s subjectivity, challenging and adapting Western-based feminist and Eurocentric postmodern theories. ‘Women as Subjects’ creates a vital dialogue between non-South Asian feminist and non-feminist South Asian scholarship, making it an essential read for anyone interested in gender studies, South Asian history, and critical theory. Discover diverse voices and deepen your understanding of women’s experiences.

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