Histories of Intimacy and Situated Ethnography
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Histories of Intimacy and Situated Ethnography

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“Histories of Intimacy and Situated Ethnography” celebrates the work of anthropologist Sylvia Vatuk. Edited by Gayatri Reddy, this festschrift (ISBN: 9788173048739) delves into the intimate lives of individuals within specific Indian cultural settings. Explore ethnographic research on kinship, family, gender, and sexuality, uncovering the rich tapestry of human relationships in India. Discover how “situated ethnography” enhances our understanding of intimate experiences.

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  • ISBN-13: 9788173048739
  • Publisher: MANOHAR PUBLISHERS
  • Language: English
  • Series Title: Paperback
  • ISBN-10: 8173048738
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • No of Pages: 312

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Weight 0.5 kg

21 reviews for Histories of Intimacy and Situated Ethnography

  1. Abhishek Anand –

    Very insightful and detailed ethnographies! It provides different perspectives on intimacy. I enjoyed most of the book.

  2. Lekshmi Nandana –

    I found the gender based discussion interesting. It provides different perspectives. Overall a good book.

  3. Animesh Kumar Sahu –

    A good collection of essays honoring Vatuk’s work. Some essays were insightful, others less engaging. Overall, a valuable contribution.

  4. Anirudh Yerra –

    Fascinating insights into Indian kinship and family structures. Some chapters were a bit academic, but overall worthwhile.

  5. Tanya Jethwani –

    A worthy tribute to Sylvia Vatuk. The diverse topics covered kept me engaged. A must-read for ethnography enthusiasts.

  6. Parth Goel –

    The essays are of varying quality, but the book provides a solid introduction to situated ethnography in the Indian context.

  7. Jitender Dadarwal –

    Interesting perspectives on intimacy in India. Some articles were dense, but the ethnographic research was compelling.

  8. Fathima Neslin –

    A well-edited festschrift. The essays on gender and sexuality were particularly thought-provoking. Highly recommend.

  9. Prateek Popli –

    A very interesting collection of essays but sometimes hard to follow due to very specific and niche context.

  10. Anish Kumar –

    An okay read. The quality varied quite a bit between essays, making for a somewhat disjointed experience.

  11. Yatharth Dwivedi –

    A worthy celebration of Vatuk’s work. An admirable book exploring intimacy within Indian cultural setting.

  12. Akshit Kumar –

    An insightful exploration of intimacy. Some articles resonated more than others, but the book sparked reflection.

  13. Ayush Bhatnagar –

    A good exploration into intimacy. A reflection into Indian social interactions and it’s ethnography.

  14. John J Tharayil –

    This work is an okay read. It is not bad but it is not excellent. I would recommend if you are interested in the topic.

  15. Siddharth Kumar Pandey –

    It’s an amazing work of scholarship and will open your eyes to other culture and family. I can’t wait to read it again

  16. Aayush Mittal –

    A truly thought-provoking read that broadened my horizons. Highly recommend for its depth and insights. A valuable contribution.

  17. T S Kavya –

    Insightful and well written! I would recommend to all. A good introduction to situated ethnography in the Indian context

  18. Devansh Bansal –

    A book providing valuable insights into intimacy within cultural contexts. The essays sparked great reflection.

  19. Shashank Rai –

    I must admit, it was a bit of a mixed bag for me. Some parts were extremely gripping and insightful, while others felt dense.

  20. Shantanu Gupta –

    A great resource for understanding intimacy in Indian society. The different perspectives provide a well-rounded view.

  21. Tushya Iyer –

    Uneven but interesting. Some chapters were captivating; others felt like academic exercises. Worth exploring.

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