Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Book Reading #36 - Coming of Age in Samoa

Chapter 12: Maturity and Old Age

Summary:
The difference between married and non-married woman is discussed. The Samoan culture sees no difference between these married and non-married woman. Woman aren't really affected by the choice to live in the husband's families house or the wife's. The decision affects the men more than the women. Hierarchy of men and women are discussed further also.


Discussion:
This book is interesting because its always interesting to read about the cultural differences. I thought the difference between men and woman in there 20s and 30s was interesting as well. She said the men had a harder time because of their title seeking.

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