Anthropology: The Basics

by Peter Metcalf

Book Overview

The ultimate guide for the student encountering anthropology for the first time, Anthropology: The Basics explains and explores key anthropological concepts including:

what is anthropology? how can we distinguish cultural differences from physical ones? what is culture, anyway? how do anthropologists study culture? what are the key theories and approaches used today? How has the discipline changed over time?

This student-friendly text provides...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B01AWKWASM
• ISBN13: 9780415331203
• Release Date: September 2005
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.9" x 7.8"