An Introduction to Social Anthropology - Sharing Our Worlds (Hardcover, 3rd edition)

An essential core textbook that leads the reader from Social Anthropology's foundational approaches and theories to the fundamental areas that characterise the field today. Taking a truly global and holistic view, it includes a wide range of case studies, touching on topics that both divide and connect us, such as family, marriage and religion. Fully updated and revised, the third edition of this popular textbook continues to introduce students to what Social Anthropology is, what anthropologists do, how and what they contribute, and how even a limited knowledge of anthropology can help people flourish in today's world. This is an inviting, engaging and enjoyable text that has established itself as a comprehensive introduction to social and cultural anthropology. Written in an accessible style, and including a wide range of pedagogical features, it is ideally suited to new or prospective students seeking to better understand the discipline and its roots. New to this Edition: - Includes a new chapter on the role of social and cultural anthropologists and the specific methods they use in a fast-changing world - Features a number of new first-hand accounts to explore difficult concepts through people's real world experiences - Updated sections for further exploration, including books, articles, novels, films and websites

General

Imprint:	Red Globe Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	April 2016
First published:	2016
Authors:	Joy Hendry
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 36mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	392
Edition:	3rd edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-137-43153-0
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Anthropology > Social & cultural anthropology > General Promotions
LSN:	1-137-43153-9
Barcode:	9781137431530

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