Man In Africa
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A landmark work in social anthropology, Man in Africa presents a rich and rigorous collection of essays examining the diverse roles, identities, and social structures of men across a range of African societies. Edited by two of the twentieth century's most distinguished anthropologists, the volume brings together contributions from leading scholars who detail the complex interplay of kinship, ritual, politics, and economics that shape masculine identity on the continent. The tone is authoritative and academic, grounded in meticulous fieldwork and theoretical precision, yet accessible to readers with a serious interest in African studies and social science. Each essay illustrates how deeply cultural context defines social roles, challenging any monolithic or reductive view of African manhood. Together, the contributions argue for a nuanced, comparative approach to understanding human society, making this an essential reference for students and scholars of anthropology, African history, and gender studies alike.
Author: Mary Douglas And Phyllis M. Kaberry
Format: Paperback
Published: 1969, Tavistock Publications
Genre: Anthropology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A landmark work in social anthropology, Man in Africa presents a rich and rigorous collection of essays examining the diverse roles, identities, and social structures of men across a range of African societies. Edited by two of the twentieth century's most distinguished anthropologists, the volume brings together contributions from leading scholars who detail the complex interplay of kinship, ritual, politics, and economics that shape masculine identity on the continent. The tone is authoritative and academic, grounded in meticulous fieldwork and theoretical precision, yet accessible to readers with a serious interest in African studies and social science. Each essay illustrates how deeply cultural context defines social roles, challenging any monolithic or reductive view of African manhood. Together, the contributions argue for a nuanced, comparative approach to understanding human society, making this an essential reference for students and scholars of anthropology, African history, and gender studies alike.