Female Genital Mutilation: Legal, Cultural And Medical Issues (Paperback)

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Female genital mutilation (FGM) occurs in many parts of the world, especially in Africa. It is a cultural practice thought to have been established centuries ago, though its origins appear to have been lost in the past. International efforts to eliminate it also have a long history. As early as the 17th century, Christian missionaries and colonial administrations in Africa attempted to prevent the practice. Today, efforts to eradicate FGM are under way within and outside of practicing cultures.

This book discusses the definition and types of FGM and explores the common justifications for the practice, along with the incidence in Africa and other continents, global laws, legal issues, rights and religion. Ethical considerations are examined, as are progress and the role of culture. Personal interviews help to expand and enrich the discussion. The book concludes with thoughts on the movement from tradition to cultural evolution.

About the Author

Rosemarie Skaine, a sociologist in Cedar Falls, Iowa, has also written The Cuban Family (2004), Paternity and American Law (2003), The Women of Afghanistan Under the Taliban (2002), Women College Basketball Coaches (2001), Women at War (1999) and Power and Gender (1996).

Product Details

• Paperback: 331 pages
• Publisher: McFarland & Company; 1 edition (September 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786421673
• ISBN-13: 978-0786421671
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #484,392 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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This is an excellent book. I needed this book for my sociology final exam book report and it helped me tremendously.