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The Rise of Anthropological Theory: A History of Theories of Culture,Used
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The best known, most often cited history of anthropological theory is finally available in paperback! First published in 1968, Harris's book has been cited in over 1,000 works and is one of the key documents explaining cultural materialism, the theory associated with Harris's work. This updated edition included the complete 1968 text plus a new introduction by Maxine Margolis, which discusses the impact of the book and highlights some of the major trends in anthropological theory since its original publication. RAT, as it is affectionately known to three decades of graduate students, comprehensively traces the history of anthropology and anthropological theory, culminating in a strong argument for the use of a scientific, behaviorallybased, etic approach to the understanding of human culture known as cultural materialism. Despite its popularity and influence on anthropological thinking, RAT has never been available in paperback_until now. It is an essential volume for the library of all anthropologists, their graduate students, and other theorists in the social sciences.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Rise of Anthropological Theory'? A: The book primarily focuses on the history of anthropological theory, particularly cultural materialism, and discusses its significance in understanding human culture.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Rise of Anthropological Theory' is Marvin Harris, a renowned anthropologist.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of the book, which was originally published in 1968.
- Q: Is this book suitable for graduate students? A: Yes, the book is highly regarded among graduate students and is often cited in academic works.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The key features include its comprehensive tracing of anthropological history, an updated introduction by Maxine Margolis, and its status as a significant document in cultural materialism.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 806 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'The Rise of Anthropological Theory' first published? A: The book was first published on January 1, 1968.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: Why is this book considered essential for anthropologists? A: It is considered essential due to its comprehensive analysis of anthropological theory and its lasting influence on the field.