Marriage in Africa: simple economics

Marriage in Africa: simple economics

Drawing on significant anthropological literature, this article addresses a wide variety of questions related to marriage in Africa. The article argues that the institution of marriage can be understood as an economic phenomenon subject to a series of economic decisions.

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Veröffentlicht in:The Ahfad journal 2002-12, Vol.19 (2), p.24
1. Verfasser: Kevane, Michael
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
African Languages
Cultural Differences
Dowry
Economic aspects
Economic Research
Ethnic Groups
Marriage
Marriage customs and rites
Minority & ethnic groups
Social aspects
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Zusammenfassung:Drawing on significant anthropological literature, this article addresses a wide variety of questions related to marriage in Africa. The article argues that the institution of marriage can be understood as an economic phenomenon subject to a series of economic decisions.
ISSN:0255-4070