Mad Dogs, Englishmen, and the Errant Anthropologist: Fieldwork in Malaysia

by Douglas Raybeck

Book Overview

The author describes several adventures & misadventures involving field research, as well as the understanding, humility, & bruises that these experiences leave behind.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0881339067
• ISBN13: 9780881339062
• Release Date: July 1996
• Publisher: Waveland Press
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.4" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Great Introduction.... AND funny

The author is a former professor of mine. I would definitely recommend this book as an introductory resource - if you are going to do any kind of fieldwork anywhere (not just Malaysia), read this book! It's not very long and written in plain, easy-to-understand language, yet covers all the areas you should be thinking about before heading off to conquer the world. Yes, the book is informative, easily readable, BUT, above all, it is funny!! Doug Raybeck is a great writer and if you're at all interested in Anthropology, other cultures, academic research, fieldwork, or are just a geek, who likes to read about other people's pitfalls, BUY THIS BOOK!

Professor Raybeck writes for students

I think the highlight of this book is that Professor Raybeck writes in a way that introduces anthropology to students as approachable and interesting. It shows the mistakes that a professonal can (and will) make while in the field. While taking Professor Raybeck's class at Hamilton College, "Mad Dogs" was used as a tool and example in his own teaching, but I feel that this book stands alone and can be used for any intro to anthro class, or for anyone looking for a low-key introduction to anthropological field work.