Social and Cultural Anthropology: A Very Short Introduction | 1 Edition

Compare Textbook Prices for Social and Cultural Anthropology: A Very Short Introduction 1 Edition ISBN 9780192853462 by Just, Peter
Author: Just, Peter
ISBN:0192853465
ISBN-13: 9780192853462
List Price: $12.08 (up to 84% savings)
Prices shown are the lowest from
the top textbook retailers.

View all Prices by Retailer

Details about Social and Cultural Anthropology: A Very Short Introduction:

If you want to know what anthropology is, look at what anthropologists do. This Very Short Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology combines an accessible account of some of the disciplines guiding principles and methodology with abundant examples and illustrations of anthropologists at work. Peter Just and John Monaghan begin by discussing anthropologys most important contributions to modern thought: its investigation of culture as a distinctively human characteristic, its doctrine of cultural relativism, and its methodology of fieldwork and ethnography. They then examine specific ways in which social and cultural anthropology have advanced our understanding of human society and culture, drawing on examples from their own fieldwork. The book ends with an assessment of anthropologys present position, and a look forward to its likely future. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Need a Anthropology tutor? View profile below:
Christopher S.

(0 reviews)
Education: Pleasantville NY
Major: ACT English Tutor

I have a PhD in the History of Religions, and MFA in Literary Arts from Brown University, with eight years experience as a professor. I have taught at Brown Institute, the University of Wyoming, and Fordham University. I have taught courses in literature, English, and creative writing; as well as courses on the history of the European world. I have experience teaching a range of subjects for advanced high school and college level students. I was a full time tutor at Monroe College, before begi ... Read more

I have a PhD in the History of Religions, and MFA in Literary Arts from Brown University, with eight years experience as a professor. I have taught at Brown Institute, the University of Wyoming, and Fordham University. I have taught courses in literature, English, and creative writing; as well as courses on the history of the European world. I have experience teaching a range of subjects for advanced high school and college level students. I was a full time tutor at Monroe College, before begi ... Read more

Need Anthropology course notes? Start your search below: