Ruth Benedict - A Humanist in Anthropology (Paperback, Thirtieth Anniversary Edition)

By weaving discussions of the personal and professional writings of Ruth Benedict (1887-1948), Margaret Mead offers a deeply insightful portrait of a woman who overcame the barriers of sexism to become one of the most compelling intellectual figures in twentieth-century American life. In this work, Mead defends Benedict's humanistic approach to anthropology and considers her most important works. Benedict's work is also presented in the context of her personal life. Benedict was a shy young woman who felt alienated from her conservative family and society's expectations. Ultimately, she defined her life through her extraordinary work in anthropology and a commitment to public service. Benedict believed that anthropology should speak to contemporary ethical and political questions. In addition to a selection of Benedict's anthropological writings, this edition includes new forewords by two leading Benedict scholars.

General

Imprint:	Columbia University Press
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Columbia Classics in Anthropology
Release date:	November 2005
First published:	November 2005
Authors:	Margaret Mead
Foreword by:	Lois Banner • Nancy Lutkehaus
Dimensions:	227 x 153 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	256
Edition:	Thirtieth Anniversary Edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-231-13491-0
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Anthropology > General Books > Biography > General Promotions
LSN:	0-231-13491-6
Barcode:	9780231134910

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