Introduction -- The story of the New Territories -- The story of Da Shu village -- The story of Chinese lineage -- The story of local practices -- The story of village women -- The story of Deng Amei -- Conclusion -- Glossary -- Notes on measurements -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Index
Summary
Gender and Community Under British Colonialism is a study of continuity and change in village communities in the New Territories of Hong Kong, China. Through an in-depth case study of An He village in the New Territories, this book examines the fast-changing features of community life during the British colonial era. It highlights the realpolitik collusion between British colonizers and village patriarchy, the intra-village power structures and relations, as well as the agency of Chinese women in shaping the social and political order of local society. Drawing on a wide range of primary and se
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 179-188) and index
