Society & social sciences
A Host of Devils by Zachary Kingdon
Format: Hardback, 272 pagesPublished by: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9780415277273
Zachary Kingdon here provides an in-depth account of the background, origin and development of the spirit figure sculptures which emerged during colonial times among the Makonde people of Mozambique. Read More...
After Writing Culture by Andrew Dawson
Format: HardbackPublished by: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9780415150057
With fourteen articles written by well-known anthropologists, this book addresses the theme of representation in anthropology and explores the directions in which anthropology is moving followi ng the "writing culture" debates of the 1980s. Read More...
An Anthropologist in Japan by Joy Hendry
Format: Paperback, 184 pagesPublished by: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9780415195744
An Anthropologist in Japan is a highly personal narrative which provides unique insights into many elements of Japanese life. Read More...
Anthropological Perspectives on Local Development by Simone Abram
Format: Hardback, 176 pagesPublished by: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9780415182775
This collection examines the conflicts and realities of development at a local, empirical level. Read More...
Anthropology and International Health by Mimi and Martin Nichter
Format: Paperback, 488 pagesPublished by: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 9782884491723
Focusing on the social structure, customs and history of the indigenous population and its ramifications on healthcare providers, this book considers the econo-cultural influences on the way medicine is practiced. Read More...