Cultural Activism in Miniature: Exploring the Role of Dolls in the Kenyan Context

This article examines the role of dolls in the history of Kenya, from before colonization to the contemporary era. Dolls, female figures molded by what society dictates as being a woman, are powerful symbols handed down to girls, reflecting cultural and identity values. In pre-colonial societies, d...

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Main Author: Sara Mehrgut
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidade do Minho 2024-12-01
Series:Revista Lusófona de Estudos Culturais
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Online Access:https://rlec.pt/index.php/rlec/article/view/5772