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Developing Destinies: A Mayan Midwife and Town (Child Development in Cultural Context),Used
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Winner of the 2014 Maccoby Award from the American Psychological Association, Division 7!Born with the destiny of becoming a Mayan sacred midwife, Chona Prez has carried on centuriesold traditional Indigenous American birth and healing practices over her 85 years. At the same time, Chona developed new approaches to the care of pregnancy, newborns, and mothers based on her own experience and ideas. In this way, Chona has contributed to both the cultural continuities and cultural changes of her town over the decades.In Developing Destinies, Barbara Rogoff illuminates how individuals worldwide build on cultural heritage from prior generations and at the same time create new ways of living. Throughout Chona's lifetime, her Guatemalan town has continued to use longstanding Mayan cultural practices, such as including children in a range of community activities and encouraging them to learn by observing and contributing. But the town has also transformed dramatically since the days of Chona's own childhood. For instance, although Chona's upbringing included no formal schooling, some of her grandchildren have gone on to attend university and earn scholarly degrees. The lives of Chona and her town provide extraordinary examples of how cultural practices are preserved even as they are adapted and modified.Developing Destinies is an engaging narrative of one remarkable person's life and the life of her community that blends psychology, anthropology, and history to reveal the integral role that culture plays in human development. With extensive photographs and accounts of Mayan family life, medical practices, birth, child development, and learning, Rogoff adeptly shows that we can better understand the role of culture in our lives by examining how people participate in cultural practices. This landmark book brings theory alive with fascinating ethnographic findings that advance our understanding of childhood, culture, and change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Developing Destinies'? A: 'Developing Destinies' explores the life of Chona Pérez, a Mayan midwife, and how her practices reflect the integration of cultural heritage and personal innovation in a Guatemalan community.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Developing Destinies'? A: The book is authored by Barbara Rogoff, a prominent figure in the fields of psychology and anthropology.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include cultural continuity, adaptation of traditions, child development, and the role of community in shaping individual experiences.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Developing Destinies' have? A: 'Developing Destinies' is available in a hardcover binding, providing durability for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'Developing Destinies' contain? A: The book contains a total of 343 pages.
- Q: When was 'Developing Destinies' published? A: 'Developing Destinies' was published on April 6, 2011.
- Q: Is 'Developing Destinies' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study, particularly in fields such as child psychology, anthropology, and cultural studies.
- Q: Does the book include visual elements? A: Yes, 'Developing Destinies' includes extensive photographs and accounts that enhance the narrative and provide insights into Mayan family life.
- Q: What awards has 'Developing Destinies' received? A: 'Developing Destinies' won the 2014 Maccoby Award from the American Psychological Association, Division 7.
- Q: What makes 'Developing Destinies' unique compared to other books on child development? A: The book uniquely blends psychology, anthropology, and history, offering a comprehensive view of how cultural practices influence child development.