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Councils In Action (Cambridge Papers In Social Anthropology, Series Number 6)
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A Collection Of Seven Papers By Social Anthropologists On The Processes Of Decisionmaking In Councils. Types Of Council Described Are One Communityincouncil, Two Arena Councils, An Elite Council, Two Modern Local Government Councils And A Noncouncil, A Temporary Negotiating Group Which Nevertheless Displays Certain Features Of The Council Proper. Most Of The Examples Come From Africa (Including Madagascar), But There Is Also An Account Of Politics And Decisionmaking In An English Town Council. The Editors Discuss The Papers In A Comparative Framework, Considering Also Other Accounts Of Conciliar Structure And Decisionmaking. They Review The Ways In Which Decisions Are Reached And Implemented In Societies With Very Different Structures And Activities And Discuss The Impact Of Written Records, Colonial Overrule And Political Independence. They Attempt To Outline Some General Principles Of Conciliar Structure And Process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Councils in Action'? A: The book focuses on decision-making processes in various types of councils, including community councils, local government councils, and elite councils, primarily drawing examples from Africa.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Councils in Action'? A: The book is authored by Audrey Richards.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Councils in Action'? A: The book was published on June 18, 2009.
- Q: How many papers are included in 'Councils in Action'? A: The book contains a collection of seven papers by social anthropologists.
- Q: What topics are discussed in 'Councils in Action'? A: The book discusses the structure of councils, decision-making processes, and the impact of factors like written records and political changes on these processes.
- Q: Is 'Councils in Action' available in different formats? A: Yes, 'Councils in Action' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Councils in Action'? A: The book has a total of 224 pages.
- Q: What kind of audience would benefit from reading 'Councils in Action'? A: Students and professionals in social anthropology, political science, and anyone interested in decision-making processes in diverse cultural contexts would find this book valuable.
- Q: Are there any specific regions highlighted in 'Councils in Action'? A: Yes, the book primarily features examples from Africa, including Madagascar, and also includes insights from an English town council.
- Q: What edition of 'Councils in Action' is available? A: The book is available in its first edition.