LCCN2019-043178
ReviewsI teach anthropology at four different colleges and universities, and it is hands down the best of the textbooks my departments have chosen., One of the greatest strengths is the acknowledgment of the evolutionary and psychological aspects of human nature. It also includes great coverage of the scientific method, epistemology, and topics like religion and ritual.
SynopsisCultural Anthropology: A Global Perspective delves into both classic and current research in the field, reflecting a commitment to anthropology's holistic and integrative approach. This text illuminates how the four subfields of anthropology--biological anthropology, archaeology, linguistics, and cultural anthropology--together yield a comprehensive understanding of humanity., Now with SAGE Publishing! Cultural Anthropology: A Global Perspective by Raymond R. Scupin delves into both classic and current research in the field, reflecting a commitment to anthropology's holistic and integrative approach. This text illuminates how the four core subfields of anthropology--biological anthropology, archaeology, linguistics, and cultural anthropology--together yield a comprehensive understanding of humanity. In examining anthropological research, this text often refers to research conducted in other fields, sparking the critical imagination that brings the learning process to life. Also available as a digital option (courseware). Learn more about Cultural Anthropology - Vantage Digital Option, Tenth Edition [ISBN: 978-1-0718-2868-7], Now with SAGE Publishing!Cultural Anthropology: A Global Perspective delves into both classic and current research in the field, reflecting a commitment to anthropology's holistic and integrative approach. This text illuminates how the four core subfields of anthropology--biological anthropology, archaeology, linguistics, and cultural anthropology--together yield a comprehensive understanding of humanity. In examining anthropological research, this text often refers to research conducted in other fields, sparking the critical imagination that brings the learning process to life. The Tenth Editionexpands on the book's hallmark three-themed approach (diversity of human societies, similarities that make all humans fundamentally alike, and synthetic-complementary approach) by introducing a new fourth theme addressing psychological essentialism. Recognizing the necessity for students to develop an enhanced global awareness more than ever before, author Raymond Scupin uses over 30 years of teaching experience to bring readers closer to the theories, data, and critical thinking skills vital to appreciating the full sweep of the human condition. This title is accompanied by a complete teaching and learning package.
LC Classification NumberGN316.S39 2021