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This book considers the state of the culture concept in anthropology and finds fault with a 'love it or leave it' attitude. Rather than pledging undying allegiance or summarily dismissing it, the volume argues that anthropology can continue with or without a concept of culture, depending on the research questions being asked, and, furthermore, that when culture is retained, no single definition of it is practical or necessary.
Offering sensible solutions to a topic of hot debate, this book will be essential reading for anyone seeking to learn what a concept of culture can offer anthropology, and what anthropology can offer the concept of culture.
Author Biography: Richard G. Fox is President, Wenner-Gren Foundation, New York. Barbara J. King is Professor for Teaching Excellence, College of William and Mary.
- Binding Paperback
- ISBN13 9781859735299
- ISBN10 1859735290
- Pages 314
- Published 2002
- Language English
Anthropology beyond culture
- Author Barbara J. King , Richard G. Fox
- Publisher BERG PUBLISHERS
- ISBN 9781859735299
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