Primitive Culture Researches into the Development of Mythology,Philosophy, Religion Language, Art, and Custom - Softcover

Tylor, Edward B.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9358715618 ISBN 13: 9789358715613

Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP, 2023

Synopsis

Edward B. Tylo wrote "Primitive Culture" as a two-volume book. The first volume, with the subtitle "Researches into the Development of Mythology," explores the nature and historical development of human civilization, especially as it relates to religion and mythology. In this book, Tylor makes the case that animism-which he defines as the conviction that everything in the world possesses a soul or spirit-has arisen in some form across all societies. He contends that this conviction is an essential component of human culture and that it had a major influence on the creation of mythology and religion. Tylor uses examples from a variety of civilizations and societies-such as the mythology and religious practices of the ancient Greeks, the Native American tribes of North America, and the indigenous people of Australia-to illustrate his points throughout the book.

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Cultural anthropology has benefited greatly from the work of English anthropologist Edward B. Tylor. He was born in London, England, in 1832, and received his education there. Tylor, who is regarded as one of the fathers of modern anthropology, had a keen interest in the study of human groups and cultures. Tylor investigates the evolution of mythology and religion in numerous civilizations all around the world in his significant work "Primitive Culture." He contends that mythology and religion are vital components of human civilization and that they serve as a reflection of how individuals see their place in the universe. Tylor thought that the evolution of religion and mythology followed a universal pattern that he named "animism," and that this pattern could be seen in a wide range of cultural contexts.

Edition details

• Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9358715618
• ISBN 13: 9789358715613
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 364