Excerpt from Notes on Ethnology
This Lecture was illustrated by over one hundred pictures of race types taken by the lecturer. Unfortunately, it has been possible to reproduce only four of these.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of ethnology, an emerging field of study that shines a light on race and its impact throughout history. The author comprehensively analyzes the concept of race and its physical and cultural manifestations, tracing its evolution across different time periods and civilizations. It challenges conventional theories on race, such as the discredited Aryan theory and the problematic Cephalic Index, while presenting alternative perspectives and highlighting the significance of social conditions in shaping race perception. The author emphasizes that race is a complex and multifaceted construct, influenced by both biological and environmental factors, and underscores the importance of understanding the historical and cultural contexts that frame race relations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282487249_0
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