Anthropology: The Basics Contributor(s): Metcalf, Peter (Author) |
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ISBN: 041533120X ISBN-13: 9780415331203 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $25.60 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2005 Annotation: The ultimate guide for the student who is coming to anthropology for the first time, "Anthropology: the Basics" explains and explores anthropological ideas, key anthropologist thinkers, concepts and themes, and the history of anthropological ideas. In this immensely readable book, Peter Metcalf makes large and complex topics both accessible and enjoyable, arguing that the issues anthropology deals with are all around us, in magazines and newspapers and on television. This volume provides students with an overview of the fundamental principles of anthropology, and an accessible guide for anyone just wanting to learn more about a fascinating subject. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Anthropology - General |
Dewey: 301 |
LCCN: 2005002416 |
Series: Basics (Routledge) |
Physical Information: 0.66" H x 6.88" W x 7.78" (0.47 lbs) 216 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The ultimate guide for the student encountering anthropology for the first time, Anthropology: The Basics explains and explores key anthropological concepts including:
This student-friendly text provides an overview of the fundamental principles of anthropology and is an invaluable guide for anyone wanting to learn more about this fascinating subject. |