Anthropology In The Public Arena: Historical And Contemporary Contexts
by Jeremy Macclancy /
2013 / English / PDF
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This articulate and authoritative survey of both the popular and
academic trends in anthropology demonstrates the broad relevance
of anthropological knowledge and argues for a more inclusive
conception of the discipline that engages the public imagination.
This articulate and authoritative survey of both the popular and
academic trends in anthropology demonstrates the broad relevance
of anthropological knowledge and argues for a more inclusive
conception of the discipline that engages the public imagination.Demonstrates the evolving social contexts of British
anthropological theory and practice from the mid-19th century
Demonstrates the evolving social contexts of British
anthropological theory and practice from the mid-19th centuryHighlights the importance of popular anthropology in forming
and sustaining the professional discipline
Highlights the importance of popular anthropology in forming
and sustaining the professional disciplineExplores the past and present cross-fertilization of
anthropologists, scientists and prominent literary figures
Explores the past and present cross-fertilization of
anthropologists, scientists and prominent literary figuresAssesses the pioneering efforts online to advance the role of
anthropology in public debates
Assesses the pioneering efforts online to advance the role of
anthropology in public debatesAppeals to a broader readership interested in cultural and
intellectual history
Appeals to a broader readership interested in cultural and
intellectual history
