Description
2002 edition. Paperback cover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks and stains, and bending. Spine has significant reading creases and wear. Pages have some marks in pencil but largely are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-loved copy of “A Bagful of Locusts and the Baboon Woman” offers a fascinating exploration of gender constructions and societal change in Botswana. Author David N. Suggs, a respected anthropologist, draws upon his extensive fieldwork and research to provide a rich ethnographic account of the Batswana people. Through a careful analysis of folktales, proverbs, and oral traditions, Suggs illuminates the complex interplay between cultural continuity and transformation, particularly in relation to gender roles and identities. This scholarly yet accessible work sheds light on the dynamic nature of cultural practices and beliefs, challenging simplistic notions of tradition and modernity. For collectors and readers interested in African studies, anthropology, and gender studies, this book offers a nuanced and thought-provoking perspective on the intricate tapestry of Botswana’s cultural heritage.
