The Reinvention of Primitive Society

Transformations of a Myth

Autori

• Adam Kuper

Parametri

• 224 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Antropologia
• Filosofia
• Storia

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Challenging long-held beliefs about the origins of society and religion, this work critiques the concept of primitive society and its romanticization by modern movements. By examining historical interpretations from ancient Greece to contemporary anthropology, the author exposes how misconceptions about the "noble savage" have influenced academic research and political agendas. This insightful analysis highlights the dangers of flawed theories in shaping understanding and policy, making it essential reading for those engaged in anthropological theory and post-colonial discussions.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2017

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