Elements of Social Organization (Social Science Paperbacks) - Softcover

Firth, Raymond

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0422753203 ISBN 13: 9780422753203

Publisher: Tavistock Publications Ltd, 1951

Synopsis

An illuminating introduction to the methods and problems of social anthropology, this book draws on a wide range of illustrations, including Raymond Firth's own experiences in New Zealand, Malaya and the Solomon Islands.
The concept of social organisation is discussed with special reference to the role of individual choice and decision in social affairs and the nature of social change. Social organisation in relation to economic, aesthetic, moral and religious values is also examined.
First published in 1951. This re-issue is of the third, 1961 edition.

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"Professor Firth's treatment of basic anthropological phenomena is largely concerned with social relations as they grow out of economic activities, art, religion, and moral standards. Undoubtedly this book will prove useful in advanced courses on anthropological theory."-American Journal of Sociology

?Professor Firth's treatment of basic anthropological phenomena is largely concerned with social relations as they grow out of economic activities, art, religion, and moral standards. Undoubtedly this book will prove useful in advanced courses on anthropological theory.?-American Journal of Sociology

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Edition details

• Publisher: Tavistock Publications Ltd
• Publication date: 1951
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0422753203
• ISBN 13: 9780422753203
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 272