Jurnal Ceteris Paribus

Fashioning the Self: Reinvention as Depicted in Jennifer Down's "Bodies of Light"

Donny Syofyan — 2024-03-31

A recent study has identified the key factors that contribute to the themes explored in Jennifer Down's award-winning novel, Bodies of Light. The book has received literary criticism for its portrayal of human bondage, vulnerability, and social distinction, making these themes the primary focus of the study. By delving into the underlying themes and attributions within the novel, this analysis has provided valuable insights into the story. Notably, the study has shed light on the power dynamics between male characters, and the protagonist's struggle with pain, emotional trauma, and poignancy. Furthermore, previous research has highlighted the connections between the novel's exploration of existential crisis and identity.

Keywords: Human Bondage, Emotional Investment, Vulnerability, Childhood Grief, Emotional Instability.

Being Modern: Minangkabau Women in Two Shortstories of Nasrul Siddik Aia Matonjo and Intan Sinaro Tolong Tjarikan

Novi Yulia — 2024-03-31

This study delves into the feminist themes in contemporary Minang literature, particularly concerning urbanization and modernization. Specifically, it focuses on two short stories by Minang authors to explore the representation of feminism during the time of writing. Through these works, the authors aim to highlight the issues faced by women in Minangkabau, including limited educational opportunities, societal pressure to marry early, and the pursuit of decision-making autonomy. The discussion of feminist discourse in literature sheds light on the complex relationship between urban and rural influences on gender roles and expectations.

Keywords: feminism, representation, Minangkabau, literature piece

The Social’s Life of Baduy Luar Tribe: An Observation

Adinda Wardatu — 2024-03-31

The Baduy tribe is divided into two groups - the inner and outer Baduy tribes. The inner Baduy tribe has maintained their traditional way of life without any influence from modernization. In contrast, the outer Baduy tribe has started to interact with foreigners for research and tourism purposes, which has led to some modernization. However, their social life remains similar to that of the inner Baduy tribe. This study focuses on the social structure of the outer Baduy community, including marriage, customary laws, kinship, and community institutions. Qualitative research methods were used to collect data through observation and interviews. This research sheds light on the dynamics of the Baduy community..

Keywords: Outer Baduy, Social Structure of Baduy Community, Dynamics.

Taufik Abdullah: An Intellectual Biography (1978-1995)

Muhammad Afdal — 2024-03-31

Taufik Abdullah, a renowned intellectual and historian from Indonesia, was born in Bukittinggi City in 1936. Although he spent his formative years in Payakumbuh, his roots are firmly planted in Batusangkar, Tanah Datar. After completing his undergraduate degree in the History Department at Gadjah Mada University, he pursued postgraduate studies at Cornell University in the United States. Throughout his career, Taufik Abdullah held numerous prestigious positions, including senior researcher at the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI), and was actively engaged in academic discussions both at home and abroad. He believed in the importance of objective historical writing and warned against the dangers of hegemony in historical works. He encouraged young historians to think critically and broadly, and to resist hegemonic domination in the academic world. Taufik Abdullah was honored for his exceptional contributions to history and served as the esteemed "President of Asian Historians.".

Keywords: intellectual, historian, perspective, history, young historian

Recontextualizing Modernity: A Case Study of The Kaum Adat in Padangpanjang Through the Boedi-Tjaniago (1920s)

Saktia Oktaviani — 2024-03-31

In this study, the newspaper Boedi Tjaniago (1922) is examined to gain insight into how ideas of progress and modernization were represented in Minangkabau in the early 1900s. The historical method, inclusive of heuristic, criticism, interpretation and historiography stages, was employed for analysis. The primary data source was the newspaper Boedi Tjaniago from PDIKM Padangpnjang. The findings of this research reveal that Boedi Tjaniago was a significant media outlet that embodied the modernization movement in Minangkabau during the early 1900s. In addition to disseminating progressive concepts, this newspaper also played a role in forging the identity and cohesiveness of the Minangkabau people.

Keywords: Boedi Tjaniago, newspapers, modernization, Minangkabau, progress