Five Key Concepts in Anthropological Thinking - Couverture souple

Perry, Richard J.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0130971405 ISBN 13 : 9780130971401

Editeur : Pearson, 2003

Synopsis

For undergraduate upper-level courses in Anthropological Theory.

This highly readable treatment of anthropological theory discusses ideas in a conversational style accessible to undergraduates without oversimplifying the issues. It is unique in focusing on five key concepts―evolution, culture, structure, function, and relativism―placing these core ideas in the forefront to address the contributions of major theorists. It presents competing theoretical positions, engaging students in central debates in anthropology through time and exploring the implications of alternative perspectives.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

For undergraduate upper-level courses in Anthropological Theory.

This highly readable treatment of anthropological theory discusses ideas in a conversational style accessible to undergraduates without oversimplifying the issues. It is unique in focusing on five key concepts―evolution, culture, structure, function, and relativism―placing these core ideas in the forefront to address the contributions of major theorists. It presents competing theoretical positions, engaging students in central debates in anthropology through time and exploring the implications of alternative perspectives.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Pearson
• Date d'édition: 2003
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0130971405
• ISBN 13: 9780130971401
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 240
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: Riccardo Bacigalupo; riccardo.bacigalupo@sanoma.it; ; Sanoma Italia Via Arconati, 1 �; Milano; 20135; Italie