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Intimate Frontiers: Sex, Gender, And Culture In Old California (Histories Of The American Frontier Series)
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This Book Reveals How Powerful Undercurrents Of Sex, Gender, And Culture Helped Shape The History Of The American Frontier From The 1760S To The 1850S. Looking At California Under Three Flagsthose Of Spain, Mexico, And The United Stateshurtado Resurrects Daily Life In The Missions, At Mining Camps, On Overland Trails And Sea Journeys, And In San Francisco. In These Settings Hurtado Explores Courtship, Marriage, Reproduction, And Family Life As A Way To Understand How Men And Womenwhether Native American, Anglo American, Hispanic, Chinese, Or Of Mixed Bloodfit Into Or Reshaped The Roles And Identities Set By Their Race And Gender.Hurtado Introduces Two Themes In Delineating His Intimate Frontiers. One Was A Libertine California, And Some Of Its Delights Were Heartily Described Early In The 1850S: [Gold] Dust Was Plentier Than Pleasure, Pleasure More Enticing Than Virtue. Fortune Was The Horse, Youth In The Saddle, Dissipation The Track, And Desire The Spur. Not All The Times Were Good Or Giddy, And In The Tragedy Of A Teenage Domestic Who Died In A Botched Abortion Or A Brutalized Indian Woman We See The Seamy Underside Of Gender Relations On The Frontier. The Other Theme Explored Is The Reaction Of Citizens Who Abhorred The Loss Of Moral Standards And Sought To Suppress Excess. Their Efforts Included Imposing All The Stabilizing Customs Of Whichever Society Dominated Californiaduring The Hispanic Period,Arranged Marriages And Concern For Family Honor Were The Norm; Among The Anglos, Laws Regulated Prostitution,Missionaries Railed Against Vices, And Proper Women Were Brought In To Help Civilize The Frontier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Intimate Frontiers'? A: 'Intimate Frontiers' explores how sex, gender, and culture influenced the history of the American frontier in California from the 1760s to the 1850s.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Intimate Frontiers' is Albert L. Hurtado, a scholar who examines the complex dynamics of gender and culture in historical contexts.
- Q: What type of historical periods does the book cover? A: The book covers California's history under three flags: Spanish, Mexican, and American, highlighting the different cultural influences during these periods.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Intimate Frontiers'? A: Two main themes are explored: the libertine aspects of Californian life and the societal reactions against perceived moral decay, including efforts to impose stabilizing customs.
- Q: Can you describe the condition of the book? A: 'Intimate Frontiers' is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', meaning it may show some signs of wear but is still suitable for reading.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: 'Intimate Frontiers' contains 203 pages, providing a comprehensive look at its subject matter.
- Q: What kind of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Intimate Frontiers' published? A: 'Intimate Frontiers' was published on April 1, 1999.
- Q: What types of readers might be interested in this book? A: Readers interested in American history, gender studies, and cultural studies, especially regarding the American frontier, would find this book particularly engaging.
- Q: Is there any specific content related to gender relations in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses various aspects of gender relations, including courtship, marriage, and the roles of different ethnic groups in shaping these dynamics on the frontier.