Etnografia Polska (Dec 2018)
FROM THE BASQUE FAMILY TO BASQUE FAMILIES. SELECTED ASPECTS OF RESEARCH INTO BASQUE FAMILY LIFE
Abstract
The aim of the article is to discuss the concept of the “Basque family”. The author explores the ideological and stereotypical image of the family and contemporary family models in the Basque Autonomous Community. She also tackles the myth of Basque matriarchy and describes certain aspects of the political situation in the region. The article is based on the results of field research conducted by the author.