Cultural Anthropology (10th Edition) - Softcover

Ember, Carol R.; Ember, Melvin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0130907383 ISBN 13: 9780130907387

Publisher: Pearson College Div, 2001

Synopsis

This comprehensive volume reflects recent anthropological research and controversial developments, while integrating features in each chapter to spark and maintain reader interest. A focus on applied anthropology discusses the history and types in the Unites States, and shows how the work of applied anthropologists is playing more of a role in the planning of possible solutions to various global social problems?including AIDS, disasters, homelessness, crime, family violence, and war. The volume offers an introduction to anthropology, cultural variation and using applied anthropology and medical anthropology to address global social problems. For individuals interested in exploring the far-reaching aspects of anthropology.

About this title

From the Publisher:

The Eighth Edition represents the most comprehensive revision to date-- reflecting the most recent anthropological research and controversial developments and integrating new features in each chapter aimed at sparking and maintaining student interest.

From the Back Cover:

Key Benefit: Through Eight Editions, these authors have captured the essence of anthropological study and research with their focused discussion of (1) the timeless questions of human culture and social customs, and (2) how and why human populations have arrived at their current state. Key Topics: Ember and Ember analyze and compare the principles of cultural variation through broad geographical coverage and numerous examples. Their pragmatic approach begins by discussing what is special and distinctive about anthropology as a whole, then relating anthropology to other disciplines and to the solution of real-world problems. Along the way, the authors differentiate between theory and fact, stressing to students that all scientific understanding is tentative and subject to revision. The Eighth Edition represents the most up-to-date, pedagogically-advanced edition yet—reflecting the most recent anthropological research and controversial developments and integrating new features in each chapter aimed at sparking and maintaining student interest.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0130907383
• ISBN 13: 9780130907387
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 398