TABOO
The Hidden Culture of Red Light Area
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Product details:
- Publisher Oxford University Press
- Date of Publication 9 May 2002
- ISBN 9780195797961
- Binding Paperback
- No. of pages355 pages
- Size 216x138x19 mm
- Weight 434 g
- Language English
- Illustrations 8pp full colour plates and numerous halftone plates 0
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Short description:
This book is a journey of discovery into the infamous red light district of Lahore, Pakista, known as the Shahi Mohalla (the Royal Bazaar), or Heera Mandi (the market of diamonds). The phenomenon of prostitution coupled with music and dance performances has ancient roots in South Asia. Regardless of the stigma attached to prostitution, it has given birth for centuries to many well-known performing artists. The book paints a more realistic picture of the phenomenon
through the stories of the people living there: the musicians, the prostitutes, and their pimps, managers and customers. These people are struggling to make a living by following ancient traditions, yet not knowing clearly where they fit in the larger picture of present day society. The book helps eradicate a blind
spot in our understanding of the power relations associated with gender roles in our society.
Long description:
This book takes you on a journey of discovery into the famous red light district of Shahi Mohalla in Lahore. The author tells her story through the lives of the people linked to the Shahi Mohalla: the prostitutes with their pimps, managers and customers, as well as the musicians and others. Through their stories, the book also highlights the contributions that these people have made to the world of the performing arts.
Pakistani society has created and reinforced many myths to explain why prostitution has nothing to do with 'nice people'. These myths put all the blame on 'immoral' women who are responsible for tricking 'honest' men into sinful acts. Pakistani society has also strongly discouraged anyone from questioning these myths. By exposing the myths about prostitution, the book helps to eradicate a blind spot in our understanding of power relations experienced by all women throughout Pakistani
society.
...a zealous study by a feminist committed to understanding and overturning male prejudices, government prescriptions, social and moral contradictions, and sexual discrimination.
