Introducing Anthropology: An Integrated Approach - Softcover

Park, Michael Alan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0073210420 ISBN 13: 9780073210421

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities Social, 2005

Synopsis

Because of the increasing breadth and complexity of the field, most texts for introductory-level, general anthropology courses (so-called four-field courses) have tended to become longer and more detailed. In contrast, this concise book, authored by a physical anthropologist, offers a tightly managed amount of detail and a student-friendly narrative approach (explaining its topics through a clear sequence of ideas), while including all of the traditional topics in anthropology.

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From the Publisher

The holistic approach in this text uniquely focuses on the integration of the biocultural nature, evolution, and behavior of the human species. Cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, archaeology, and linguistics'the subfields of anthropology'are described in Chapter 1, but subsequently the methods and contributions of each are interwoven throughout the text.
Well-paced explanations, an inviting tone, a narrative approach, and an effective level of detail make this text a pleasure for students to read.
Contemporary issues boxes specifically apply the chapter topics to commonly asked questions about the modern world, with examples focusing on American culture.
Abundant pedagogical aids including chapter summaries, a running glossary and suggested readings.
The text's visual appeal enhances its readability. Detailed, colorful charts and drawings, as well as full color photographs, increase students' understanding of the text.

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities Social
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0073210420
• ISBN 13: 9780073210421
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 401