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This well-organized text presents the social-cultural anthropological concepts and theories which have influenced the mankind in the past, particularly in the twentieth century-between the years 1965 and 2000. Some concepts which would continue to guide our thinking in the future are also introduced. The book provides an anthropological analysis of cultural institutions relating to society, economy, polity, folklore, and art. The description of the relation between language and culture and a separate chapter on Cultural Change make this text unique. Examples are taken from across the world to describe socio-economic, political, and religious institutions and give a panoramic view of diverse cultures.
This book is intended to serve as a text for undergraduate honours course in Anthropology as well as postgraduate courses in Anthropology and Sociology. In addition, it would be of considerable benefit for students preparing for various competitive examinations. ISBN 8120328450
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