The Study of Man (Classic Reprint)

Alfred C. Haddon

ISBN 10: 0365382922 / ISBN 13: 9780365382928

Published by Forgotten Books, 2019

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Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 458 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Study of Man (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0365382922
• ISBN 13: 9780365382928
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Hervorragend
• Seller catalogs:
  • Bücher

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Synopsis

Discover how the study of humanity forms a living science.

This accessible introduction explains why anthropology matters and how its parts fit together.

The author argues that anthropology is a young but essential field, blending methods across disciplines to study human-kind. The text invites readers to see science as a collaborative, evolving enterprise and outlines how inquiry across topics—from measurements to culture—builds a coherent picture of what it means to be human.

• Clear explanations of the aims and scope of anthropology for new readers
• Guidance on how different branches connect to form a unified study of people
• Discussion of methods and the value of comparing results across fields
• Context for the development of anthropological thinking and its practical reach

Ideal for readers beginning their exploration of anthropology or seeking a concise, thoughtful overview of the field.