Cultural Anthropology (3rd Edition)

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 496 pages
• Published by: Allyn & Bacon
• Edition: 3rd Edition July 27, 2002
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0205370357
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0205370351
• Book Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.4 x 0.9 inches
• Weighs: 1.2 pounds

Product Description


The objective of this book remains to introduce cultural anthropology to readers with limited background in the subject. Material is presented in a unified framework rather than as an encyclopedia of anthropological concepts and findings or a series of subtopics. Cultural Anthropology, Third Edition is based on the central theme that individuals are active decision-makers, continually involved in creating and using their culture. Faced with new problems and new situations in their environment, people will often attempt to find solutions that go beyond traditional customs and cultural prescriptions. It also stresses the importance of placing humans in a wider evolutionary context. For anyone interested in learning about Cultural Anthropology.

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The objective of this book remains to introduce cultural anthropology to readers with limited background in the subject. Material is presented in a unified framework rather than as an encyclopedia of anthropological concepts and findings or a series of subtopics. Cultural Anthropology, Third Edition is based on the central theme that individuals are active decision-makers, continually involved in creating and using their culture. Faced with new problems and new situations in their environment, people will often attempt to find solutions that go beyond traditional customs and cultural prescriptions. It also stresses the importance of placing humans in a wider evolutionary context. For anyone interested in learning about Cultural Anthropology.

Reader Reviews
I had to buy this for class and I have to say, I feel like there are better books out there. This is very informative and gets the ideas across but it is pretty dry. Anthropology is an interesting subject but this book doesn't really set a fire or spark any further interest. Good but not great.