Coming of Age in Samoa. Illustrated
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Coming of Age in Samoa. Illustrated

A Psychological Study of Primitive Youth for Western Civilisation

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Coming of Age in Samoa. Illustrated

A Psychological Study of Primitive Youth for Western Civilisation

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"Coming of Age in Samoa: A Psychological Study of Primitive Youth for Western Civilization" by Margaret Mead is a pioneering work in cultural anthropology that examines the adolescence and cultural practices of Samoan youth. Originally published in 1928, Mead's study challenges Western assumptions about the universality of adolescent experiences and sheds light on the influence of cultural factors on human behavior. In this groundbreaking work, Mead explores Samoan society's impact on the emotional and psychological development of its youth, focusing on the transition from adolescence to adulthood. Mead's findings suggest that cultural factors, such as societal norms and expectations, significantly shape individuals' behaviors and attitudes during this crucial life stage. The book sparked significant debate and discussion, as Mead's conclusions contradicted prevailing notions of the time regarding the fixed and biologically determined nature of human development. Her work influenced the field of anthropology and contributed to a broader understanding of cultural relativism. "Coming of Age in Samoa" remains a seminal work that invites readers to reconsider their perspectives on cultural diversity and the ways in which societal expectations shape human experiences, particularly during the formative years of adolescence.

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Publisher
Andrii Ponomarenko
Year
2024
ISBN
9786178366582
Topic
Social Sciences
Subtopic
Cultural & Social Anthropology
Index
Social Sciences

Table of contents

  1. Dedication
  2. Acknowledgements
  3. Foreword by Franz Boas, 1928
  4. I. Introduction
  5. II. A Day in Samoa
  6. III. The Education of the Samoan Child
  7. IV. The Samoan Household
  8. V. The Girl and Her Age Group
  9. VI. The Girl in the Community
  10. VII. Formal Sex Relations
  11. VIII. The Role of the Dance
  12. IX. The Attitude Towards Personality
  13. X. The Experience and Individuality of the Average Girl *
  14. XI. The Girl in Conflict
  15. XII. Maturity and Old Age
  16. XIII. Our Educational Problems in the Light of Samoan Contrasts
  17. XIV. Education for Choice
  18. Appendix
  19. Glossary Of Native Terms Used In The Text