Marriage is a core component of the patriarchal system. According to Gerda Lerner's research on ancient societies, a woman could achieve at least some status, and with that, better treatment and privileges, through preserving her only capital her virginity and eventually offering it to just one man.
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About Jenny Nordberg, The Underground Girls of Kabul
Jenny Nordberg, The Underground Girls of Kabul.
Themes
- Marriage — Partnership, commitment, and the journey of shared life