Genetics, Mass Media and Identity

A Case Study of the Genetic Research on the Lemba

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Genetics, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Sociology
Cover of the book Genetics, Mass Media and Identity by Tudor Parfitt, Yulia Egorova, Taylor and Francis
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Author: Tudor Parfitt, Yulia Egorova ISBN: 9781134189106
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: April 18, 2006
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Tudor Parfitt, Yulia Egorova
ISBN: 9781134189106
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: April 18, 2006
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

This is the first book to explore the effect of genetic research on the Lemba Judaising community of Southern Africa and the phenomenon of Israelite identity.

The science of genetics as relayed by the media is perceived by laymen as being irreproachably objective 'hard science': its disinterested 'scientific' findings appear immensely impressive and may therefore act as a powerful catalyst for change. In this case, an oral tradition cherished by many of the Lemba that they are of Jewish origin appears to be supported by recent DNA testing, which has deeply affected the narrative and religious identity of the group and the way the tribe is perceived in the Western world.

International in appeal, this topical text brings together cutting-edge research on the social, cultural and ethical implications of genetics and the study of Judaising movements across the world. This book will be of interest to researchers and students of Jewish history, genetic anthropology, race and ethnicity studies, and religious and cultural studies.

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This is the first book to explore the effect of genetic research on the Lemba Judaising community of Southern Africa and the phenomenon of Israelite identity.

The science of genetics as relayed by the media is perceived by laymen as being irreproachably objective 'hard science': its disinterested 'scientific' findings appear immensely impressive and may therefore act as a powerful catalyst for change. In this case, an oral tradition cherished by many of the Lemba that they are of Jewish origin appears to be supported by recent DNA testing, which has deeply affected the narrative and religious identity of the group and the way the tribe is perceived in the Western world.

International in appeal, this topical text brings together cutting-edge research on the social, cultural and ethical implications of genetics and the study of Judaising movements across the world. This book will be of interest to researchers and students of Jewish history, genetic anthropology, race and ethnicity studies, and religious and cultural studies.

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