Male Daughters, Female Husbands

In Male Daughters, Female Husbands: Gender and Sex in an African Society, Ifi Amadiume presents a critical examination of gender constructs, arguing that the binary understanding of gender was largely imposed on African societies during colonial rule. This Essential Amadiume edition, narrated by Nneka Okoye, invites contemporary readers to explore alternative views on gender rooted in traditional West African practices, challenging prevalent Western gender theories. With its thought-provoking insights, this influential work encourages a re-evaluation of gender and sexuality beyond colonial frameworks.