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Getting Married in Korea: Of Gender, Morality, and Modernity

Name: Getting Married in Korea: Of Gender, Morality, and Modernity
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Book Synopsis: This work explores what it means to be modern and what it means to be Korean in a culture where courtship and marriage are often the crucible in which notions of gender and class are cast and recast. Touching on a number of important issues—identity, romantic love, women’s work, marriage negotiations, and wedding ceremonies—Laurel Kendall gives us a new appreciation for how Koreans have adapted this pivotal social practice to the astounding changes of the past century.

Kendall attended her first Korean wedding in 1970, soon after she arrived in the country with the Peace Corps. Years later, as a seasoned anthropologist, she began interviewing both working-class and middle-class couples, matchmakers, purveyors of dowry goods, and proprietors of wedding halls. She consulted etiquette handbooks and women’s magazines and analyzed cartoons, photographs, and weddings themselves. The result is an engaging account of how marriage matches are made, how families proceed through the rites, how they finance ceremonies and elaborate exchanges of ritual goods, and how these practices are integral to the construction of adult identities and notions of ideal women and men. The book is also a reflection on what it means to write “Korea” in a complex and ever-changing social milieu.

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Are you curious about the rich cultural traditions surrounding courtship and marriage in Korea? Look no further than "Getting Married in Korea: Of Gender, Morality, and Modernity". This captivating book by Laurel Kendall delves deep into the intricate web of Korean society, where courtship and marriage shape notions of gender and class. Kendall's research spans years of interviews, consultations, and analysis, providing readers with an insightful understanding of how Koreans have adapted their social practices to the ever-changing modern world.

With a keen eye for detail, Kendall explores a wide range of topics including identity, romantic love, women's work, marriage negotiations, and wedding ceremonies. Through her extensive research, she sheds light on the fascinating ways in which marriage matches are made, families proceed through traditional rites, and ceremonies are financed with elaborate exchanges of ritual goods. By reading this book, you'll gain a new appreciation for how these practices contribute to the construction of adult identities and shape ideals of women and men in Korean society.

Through Kendall's compelling storytelling and thorough analysis, "Getting Married in Korea: Of Gender, Morality, and Modernity" provides readers with a unique perspective on what it means to be modern and Korean. This book is not only an exploration of cultural practices, but also a reflection on the complexities of contemporary Korean society. Don't miss out on this captivating journey through the wonders of Korean courtship and marriage.

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