Mirror for Humanity: A Concise Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
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Written by a prominent scholar in the field, this concise, up-to-date introduction to cultural anthropology carefully balances coverage of core topics with contemporary changes in the field. Since no single or monolithic theoretical perspective orients this book, instructors with a wide range of views and approaches can use it effectively. The combination of brevity and readability make Mirror for Humanity a perfect match for cultural anthropology courses that use readings or ethnographies along with a main text.
Anthropology Today Boxes xiiAbout the Author xiiiPreface xvchapter 1 What Is Anthropology? 1chapter 2 Culture 23chapter 3 Ethics and Methods 46chapter 4 Language and Communication 64chapter 5 Making a Living 89chapter 6 Political Systems 114chapter 7 Families, Kinship, and Marriage 140chapter 8 Gender 67chapter 9 Religion 190chapter 10 The World System and Colonialism 211chapter 11 Ethnicity and Race 234chapter 12 Applying Anthropology 259chapter 13 Global Issues Today 281Glossary 303Credits 313Bibliography 315Index 339
