A New History of Anthropology

<strong>A New History of Anthropology</strong> collects original writings from preeminentscholars to create a sophisticated but accessible guide to the developm... » 

A New History of Anthropology collects original writings from preeminentscholars to create a sophisticated but accessible guide to the development ofthe field. Reexamines the history of anthropology through the lens of the newglobalized world Provides a comprehensive history of the discipline from itsprehistory in the 8216age of exploration8217 through toanthropology8217s current condition and its relationship with otherdisciplines Places ideas and practices within the context of their time andplace of origin Looks at anthropology8217s role in colonization earlytraditions in the field and topical issues from various periods in thefield8217s history and examines its relationship to other disciplines «