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  1. 1. "I'LL SPEAK FOR BOTH SIDES": Coloniality and Hybridity in Identity Construction in Leslie Marmon Silko's Ceremony

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för språk och litteraturer

    Author : Filippa Kakavand; [2024-03-21]
    Keywords : Leslie Marmon Silko; Ceremony; postcolonialism; coloniality; hybridity; magical realism; identity; storytelling; Indigenous; Native American literature;

    Abstract : This study explores the complex relations between coloniality and hybridity in identity construction for the Native American community in Leslie Marmon Silko's novel Ceremony. The study aims to examine how these literary techniques contribute to the protagonist's construction of identity, specifically focusing on his mixed-race identity and the way in which coloniality influences his experience. READ MORE

  3. 2. When reasons to dance are taken away A review of the effect of systematic persecution of the Hazaras on their traditional dance

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för globala studier

    Author : Hadi Abdolhadi; [2024-03-15]
    Keywords : Hazaras; traditional dances; persecutions; dehumanisation; human dignity; perception of cultural rights;

    Abstract : This thesis examines the status of traditional Hazara dances in Afghanistan, which are gradually disappearing as an artistic genre. Anthropological studies highlight that dancing is an essential aspect of human behaviour, serving as a tool for storytelling, self-expression, and forming connections within communities. READ MORE

  4. 3. Real vs Reel: Drivers of Consumer Engagement in Online Brand Communities. A Netnographic Study on Red Bull’s Facebook Brand Page

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Moa Lind; Malin Morup; [2024-02-12]
    Keywords : Consumer engagement; online brand communities; social media; netnography; authenticity; disengagement; relationship marketing;

    Abstract : Online brand communities contribute to companies by being a digital extension of the brand, enabling a diversified complementary market, and constituting a driving marketing force through consumer engagement. However, with great opportunities comes also great responsibilities, and its challenges. READ MORE

  5. 4. Together, Apart Community and Connection in an Online Sangha

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för litteratur, idéhistoria och religion

    Author : Edward Olsson; [2024-01-30]
    Keywords : online interaction; online religion; Zen Buddhism; medium-as-language; medium-as-environment; netnography;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates how the online, global Zen Buddhist community, Treeleaf Zendo, facilitates its meditation sessions, social events and forum, and how the members of the community experience this communication. Through examining the different digital media used in the community, the nature of the interconnection has been studied. READ MORE

  6. 5. Non-Violence: a hallmark of Christian moral life An analysis of Stanley Hauerwas´ theological reflection on non-violence

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för litteratur, idéhistoria och religion

    Author : Rogerio Felix Da Silva; [2024-01-30]
    Keywords : Icke-våld; Stanley Hauerwas; kristen etik; moraliskt liv;

    Abstract : This study analyses Stanley Hauerwas´ reflections on non-violence. In a society where violence and force are marks of the attempt to promote justice, it is required that the Church and the Christian community develop an understanding of their role in society being witness to the message of the Gospel. READ MORE