Eggi's village
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Anthropological research shows that matriarchal societies exist in modern times. The Minangkabau tribe of West Sumatra, Indonesia, is a large matriarchal society which was once a Dutch colony. The lifestyles of its residents are based upon Islamic religion and tribal customers. Women play a dominant role in Minangkabau society and own ancestral land. Aspects of life in the matrilineal tribe are illustrated.
Publication Name: Expedition
Subject: Anthropology/archeology/folklore
ISSN: 0014-4738
Year: 1997
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Tulle as tool: embracing the conflict of the ballerina as powerhouse
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The article discusses the life of a ballerina who is romanticized, respected, revered and at times might be obsessed, exploited and not treated well by women. The way ballet developed into an elite art form is presented.
Publication Name: Dance Research Journal
Subject: Arts, visual and performing
ISSN: 0149-7677
Year: 2007
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All phat! And a bag of chips
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Definitions to some of today's most popular slang terms are defined by those who use these terms. Uncommon names of African-American girls are examined, discovering that most of these names end with the letter 'a.'
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
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ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1998
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