I know its late, but I wanted to really write a good blog!
When I was reading the first three chapters of the textbook, I felt really overwhelm with all of the information that was provided. The subject that stood out was how women were treated as individuals and as an equal, especially how women were deeply needed not for their domestic housework chores or to bear children. Women were seen with a status of hunting, making tools, and deciding who gets what part of a hunted animal. I believe that Strayer was trying to convey that women were dominant figures and men were not always the leader of the pack. In one particular group, the Sans lived a very harmonious life on how men and women were treated equally. One example is the sex life on how if husband and wife were not satisfied; they are allowed to seek loves that could satisfy them sexually. While women have the option to divorce there husband if she feels the marriage is not fulfilling for her. It’s interesting to see that back in the Paleolithic days women were not bashed for trying to leave her husband, but nowadays it’s very taboo to do so. In the Vietnamese culture it’s a huge slap to the girl’s family if she seeks a divorce or even thinks about that option. I can only imagine that back when civilization was just beginning women really had the respect and upper hand on deciding her fate in life. It’s funny to see how present days have changed on how the world still perceives women as a delicate flower who should be a home maker. It makes me feel that we are moving backwards instead of moving forward.
On a different note as I read into the Agriculture, I started to notice the change from an era without a main leader or commander into societies with chiefs. These chiefdoms were being created to give these leaders power and privileges which started to back up the idea of equals. However instead of using their power to will over their people, the chiefs would win followers by using their personality, charm, and gifts. This enables those to build a strong group of followers and a tight society. Chiefdoms were generally popular within the Pacific islands where the Polynesian people colonized. The Chiefs were seen as a great person who could mediate conflicts within the society, prepare for war, conduct rituals, and being able to keep up with the economic life. These leaders are chosen and respected due to their linage. I find that it’s pretty much to life today! Hence how our President is trying to resolve issues between the democrats and the republicans, stop hate crimes while trying to prevent war within our own people, and also trying to rebuild our economy. I would say that’s pretty close. I feel that it’s important to have a leader that is greatly respected and liked as an individual. If we didn’t like our leader then who would we trust on guiding us to a better future.
Reading through the book I tried to reflect my thoughts and compare it to present day.
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