Transnational yoga and western identities : culture, health and spirituality
Contribuinte(s) |
Lane, Karen |
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Data(s) |
01/01/2011
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Resumo |
The thesis examines the varied interpretations of Yoga within the context of contemporary Western cultures and lifestyles. Using the work of sociological theorists- namely Bourdieu - and a qualitative research design, the thesis explores modern Yoga practices as they are interpreted by practitioners, teachers and within the fluid nature of social practices.<br /> |
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eng |
Publicador |
Deakin University, Faculty of Arts and Education, School of Communication and Creative Arts |
Relação |
http://dro.deakin.edu.au/eserv/DU:30041761/cowden-licence-2011.pdf http://dro.deakin.edu.au/eserv/DU:30041761/cowden-summaryofthesis-2011.pdf http://dro.deakin.edu.au/eserv/DU:30041761/cowden-transnationalyoga-2011A.pdf |
Direitos |
2011, Shelley Anne Cowden |
Palavras-Chave | #yoga #western lifestyles #western cultures #Bourdieu's theory of social practice |
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