New Lives For Old: Cultural Transformation - Manus 1928-1953
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Margaret Mead
Binding: Paperback
Published: Gollancz, London, 1956
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This seminal work of anthropology chronicles the profound cultural transformation of the Manus people of Papua New Guinea. It meticulously documents their societal evolution, from traditional customs to a more modern way of life, spanning the pivotal years between 1928 and 1953. A pioneering ethnographer presents a compelling analysis of how a community adapts and redefines itself amidst significant external pressures and internal shifts. The narrative illustrates the intricate processes of cultural change, offering invaluable insights into human adaptability and the impact of global interactions on indigenous societies. This insightful volume argues for the resilience of human culture while detailing the complexities inherent in societal development.
Author: Margaret Mead
Binding: Paperback
Published: Gollancz, London, 1956
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This seminal work of anthropology chronicles the profound cultural transformation of the Manus people of Papua New Guinea. It meticulously documents their societal evolution, from traditional customs to a more modern way of life, spanning the pivotal years between 1928 and 1953. A pioneering ethnographer presents a compelling analysis of how a community adapts and redefines itself amidst significant external pressures and internal shifts. The narrative illustrates the intricate processes of cultural change, offering invaluable insights into human adaptability and the impact of global interactions on indigenous societies. This insightful volume argues for the resilience of human culture while detailing the complexities inherent in societal development.