Anthropology: A Brief Introduction (4th Edition)

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ISBN-10:

0130156000

ISBN-13:

9780130156006

Edition: 4
Released: Oct 06, 1999
Publisher: Prentice-Hall
Format: Paperback, 451 pages
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Description:

This brief, concise version of Ember/Ember's larger best-selling introduction to anthropology explores the significant achievements in physical and cultural anthropology--with a focus on Applied Anthropology. An abundance of special boxes throughout highlight high-interest topics: Applied Anthropology boxes, Research Frontiers boxes, Current Issues boxes, New Perspectives on Gender boxes. Internet-based resources are provided for key topics. What Is Anthropology? Evolution. Primate Evolution: From Early Primates to Hominoids. Early Hominids and Their Cultures. The Emergence of Homo sapiens and Their Cultures. Human Variation. The Emergence of Good Production and the Rise of States. The Concept of Culture. Communication and Language. Getting Food. Economics and Social Stratification. Sex, Gender, and Culture. Marriage and the Family. Marital Residence and Kinship. Political Life: Social Order and Disorder. Religion and Magic. Applied Anthropology and Social Problems. For anyone who wants an authoritative, lively, up-to-date introduction to anthropology.


























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