Synopsis
Professor Douglas makes points which illuminate matters in the philosophy of religion and the philosophy of science and help to show the rest of us just why and how anthropology has become a fundamentally intellectual discipline.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Mary Douglas is an internationally recognized anthropologist whose work is influencing scholars of religion in both her native England and in the U.S.A. She is afflilated with Northwestern University.
Review
"Sparkles with intellectural life." -- Times Literary Supplement
"This is an absorbing book, full of fascinating insights into some important and universal aspects of human behavior, and Professor Douglas's erudition is made accessible through the enviable lucidity of her writing." -- Lore and Language
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Purity and Danger: An Analysis of the Concepts of Pollution...
Stock Image
Purity and Danger: An Analysis of the Concepts of Pollution and Taboo
Published by
Routledge & Kegan Paul Ltd., 1969
ISBN 10: 0710012993
ISBN 13: 9780710012999
Used
Hardcover
Seller: HPB-Red, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_449958569
Stock Image
Purity and Danger: An Analysis of the Concepts of Pollution and Taboo
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0710012993I5N00
Seller Image
Purity and Danger: An Analysis of the Concepts of Pollution and Taboo
Seller: ThriftBooksVintage, Tukwila, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Covers show wear and creasing. All pages intact, binding is sound. Secure packaging for safe delivery. Seller Inventory # 1862471777
Seller Image
Purity and Danger: An Analysis of the Concepts of Pollution and Taboo
Published by
Routledge & Kegan Paul PLC, 1969
ISBN 10: 0710012993
ISBN 13: 9780710012999
Used
Hardcover
Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Seller Inventory # wbs5349691878
Buy Used
US$ 49.52
Shipping:
US$ 8.28
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Purity and Danger: An Analysis of the Concepts of Pollution and Taboo
Seller: Phatpocket Limited, Waltham Abbey, HERTS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Your purchase helps support Sri Lankan Children's Charity 'The Rainbow Centre'. Ex-library, so some stamps and wear, but in good overall condition. Our donations to The Rainbow Centre have helped provide an education and a safe haven to hundreds of children who live in appalling conditions. Seller Inventory # Z1-C-005-02874
Buy Used
US$ 49.29
Shipping:
US$ 14.09
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Purity and Danger: An Analysis of the Concepts of Pollution and Taboo
Published by
Routledge & Kegan Paul, 1969
ISBN 10: 0710012993
ISBN 13: 9780710012999
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: Avol's Books LLC, Madison, WI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Book is Near Fine. Dust jacket shelf rubbed, sunned on spine, with some wear to edges. From the library of Herbert S. Lewis, Professor Emeritus of Anthropology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with his name stamp on front flyleaf. Seller Inventory # 226190
Stock Image
Purity and Danger: An Analysis of the Concepts of Pollution and Taboo
Published by
Routledge & Kegan Paul Plc, 1966
ISBN 10: 0710012993
ISBN 13: 9780710012999
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,500grams, ISBN:0710012993. Seller Inventory # 5821516
Buy Used
US$ 87.14
Shipping:
US$ 17.13
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Purity and Danger: An Analysis of the Concepts of Pollution and Taboo
Seller: YESIBOOKSTORE, MIAMI, FL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: As New. Seller Inventory # 0710012993-VB
Stock Image
Purity and Danger: An Analysis of the Concepts of Pollution and Taboo
Seller: GoldBooks, Denver, CO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 76W80_93_0710012993