Peasants, Traders, & Wives: Shona Women In The History Of Zimbabwe, 18701939 (Social History Of Africa)
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Dr. Schmidt Argues That Women Were Central To The Formation Of African Peasantries In Rhodesia. Yet Women'S Status Declined Over The Course Of The Colonial Period. As Political Mechanisms Threatened The Survival Of Peasant Households, Women'S Labor Was Intensified In The Last Ditch Attempt To Stave Off The Need For Male Labor Migration.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Peasants, Traders, & Wives'? A: The book focuses on the role of Shona women in the history of Zimbabwe between 1870 and 1939, emphasizing their centrality to the formation of African peasantries and the decline of their status during the colonial period.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Peasants, Traders, & Wives' is Elizabeth Schmidt.
- Q: When was 'Peasants, Traders, & Wives' published? A: The book was published on July 20, 1992.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Peasants, Traders, & Wives' have? A: The book contains 303 pages.
- Q: Is there an edition information for this book? A: Yes, this book is listed as a Later Printing edition.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes related to gender roles, labor, colonialism, and the social history of women in Zimbabwe.
- Q: What historical period does the book cover? A: The book covers the historical period from 1870 to 1939.
- Q: What type of audience would benefit from reading this book? A: Students, scholars, and anyone interested in African history, gender studies, and colonial impact on societies would benefit from this book.
- Q: Are there any specific case studies mentioned in the book? A: While the book discusses various aspects of women's roles, it does not focus on specific case studies but rather presents a broader analysis of their impact on peasantries.