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... polygyny than monogamy , the former are much smaller in total population than the latter ; moreover , even in a polygynous society , the majority of its members are monogamous . Polygyny has quite a few advantages . Where women ...
... polygyny than monogamy , the former are much smaller in total population than the latter ; moreover , even in a polygynous society , the majority of its members are monogamous . Polygyny has quite a few advantages . Where women ...
Page 503
... polygyny reduces family feuds and greatly increases the prospects of adding children to the family , a very important factor for Africans . Last , the existence of polygyny in no way prevents the choice of a monogamous life for those ...
... polygyny reduces family feuds and greatly increases the prospects of adding children to the family , a very important factor for Africans . Last , the existence of polygyny in no way prevents the choice of a monogamous life for those ...
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... polygyny and monogamy . Polygyny Although polygynous marriages are still quite numerous , their prospects are not very bright . In the past , polygyny was associated with the strengthening of kinship ties , but in an industrial age ...
... polygyny and monogamy . Polygyny Although polygynous marriages are still quite numerous , their prospects are not very bright . In the past , polygyny was associated with the strengthening of kinship ties , but in an industrial age ...
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