An historical perspective of helping practices associated with birth, marriage and death among Chamorros in Guam

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    • Iyechad, Lilli Perez

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An historical perspective of helping practices associated with birth, marriage and death among Chamorros in Guam

[by] Lilli Perez Iyechad

(Mellen studies in sociology, v. 27)

E. Mellen Press, c2001

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Originally presented as the author's thesis (doctoral) -- Bryn Mawr College, Pennsylvania, 1998

Includes bibliographical references (p. 220-229) and indexes

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内容説明

This research focuses on traditional forms of reciprocity within social networks and examines the changes that have occured due to westernization in Guam. Using different methods of data collection, including informal interviews and participant observation, differences occuring due to gender, age, levels of education and comprehension of Chamorras language are examined.

目次

  • Elaboration of the research topic
  • description of research location
  • review of the literature
  • conceptual framework and study format
  • data collection - methodology and fieldwork
  • sources of data
  • marriage - the evolution of wedlock
  • birth - the deliverence of progeny
  • death - the expression of grief
  • novenas and fiestas - gratitude portrayed
  • synopsis of reciprocity among Chamarros
  • revisiting the research variables
  • sustainability of the Chamarros exchange system
  • implications for social work
  • recommendations for futher study.

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