Anthropology In The Public Arena: Historical And Contemporary Contexts

Anthropology In The Public Arena: Historical And Contemporary Contexts
Tags: Jeremy Macclancy

This articulate and authoritative survey of both the popular and academic trends in anthropology demonstrates the broad relevance of anthropological knowledge and argues for a more inclusive conception of the discipline that engages the public imagination. This articulate and authoritative survey of both the popular and academic trends in anthropology demonstrates the broad relevance of anthropological knowledge and argues for a more inclusive conception of the discipline that engages the public imagination.Demonstrates the evolving social contexts of British anthropological theory and practice from the mid-19th century Demonstrates the evolving social contexts of British anthropological theory and practice from the mid-19th centuryHighlights the importance of popular anthropology in forming and sustaining the professional discipline Highlights the importance of popular anthropology in forming and sustaining the professional disciplineExplores the past and present cross-fertilization of anthropologists, scientists and prominent literary figures Explores the past and present cross-fertilization of anthropologists, scientists and prominent literary figuresAssesses the pioneering efforts online to advance the role of anthropology in public debates Assesses the pioneering efforts online to advance the role of anthropology in public debatesAppeals to a broader readership interested in cultural and intellectual history Appeals to a broader readership interested in cultural and intellectual history