Purity and Danger - An Analysis of Concepts of Pollution and Taboo (Hardcover)

Purity and Danger is acknowledged as a modern masterpiece of anthropology. It is widely cited in non-anthropological works and gave rise to a body of application, rebuttal and development within anthropology. In 1995 the book was included among the Times Literary Supplement's hundred most influential non-fiction works since WWII. Incorporating the philosophy of religion and science and a generally holistic approach to classification, Douglas demonstrates the relevance of anthropological enquiries to an audience outside her immediate academic circle. She offers an approach to understanding rules of purity by examining what is considered unclean in various cultures. She sheds light on the symbolism of what is considered clean and dirty in relation to order in secular and religious, modern and primitive life.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	September 2002
First published:	1996
Authors:	Mary Douglas • Professor Mary Douglas
Dimensions:	216 x 138 x 21mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	202
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-29105-7
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Anthropology > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > General Promotions
LSN:	0-415-29105-4
Barcode:	9780415291057

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