Introducing cultural anthropology :
Howell, Brian M.,
Introducing cultural anthropology : a Christian perspective / Brian M. Howell and Jenell Paris. - Second Edition. - xvi, 282 pages : illustrations, portraits (black and white) ; 22 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The discipline of anthropology -- Culture -- Language -- Social structure and inequality in race, ethnicity, and class -- Sex, gender, and sexuality -- Economics -- Authority and power -- Kinship and marriage -- Religion and ritual -- Medical anthropology -- Theory in cultural anthropology -- Anthropology in action.
"What is the role of culture in human experience? This introductory cultural anthropology textbook helps readers explore and understand this crucial issue from a Christian perspective. The book covers standard cultural anthropology topics with special attention given to issues of concern to Christians, such as cultural relativism, evolution, and missions.This concise yet solid introduction represents the authors' years of experience in the classroom and offers a fresh, contemporary approach. Each chapter includes objectives, text boxes, terms, and discussion questions. In addition, plentiful maps, photos, and sidebars are sprinkled throughout the text. Resources for professors using this text are available at www.introducinganthropology.com." AMAZON
Adult
Text in English
9781540961013 154096101X
Christianity and culture.
Culture.
Anthropology.
BR115.C8 / .H69 2019
261.5 / .H859 2019
Introducing cultural anthropology : a Christian perspective / Brian M. Howell and Jenell Paris. - Second Edition. - xvi, 282 pages : illustrations, portraits (black and white) ; 22 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The discipline of anthropology -- Culture -- Language -- Social structure and inequality in race, ethnicity, and class -- Sex, gender, and sexuality -- Economics -- Authority and power -- Kinship and marriage -- Religion and ritual -- Medical anthropology -- Theory in cultural anthropology -- Anthropology in action.
"What is the role of culture in human experience? This introductory cultural anthropology textbook helps readers explore and understand this crucial issue from a Christian perspective. The book covers standard cultural anthropology topics with special attention given to issues of concern to Christians, such as cultural relativism, evolution, and missions.This concise yet solid introduction represents the authors' years of experience in the classroom and offers a fresh, contemporary approach. Each chapter includes objectives, text boxes, terms, and discussion questions. In addition, plentiful maps, photos, and sidebars are sprinkled throughout the text. Resources for professors using this text are available at www.introducinganthropology.com." AMAZON
Adult
Text in English
9781540961013 154096101X
Christianity and culture.
Culture.
Anthropology.
BR115.C8 / .H69 2019
261.5 / .H859 2019