Concepts in the Social Sciences: Caste

Concepts in the Social Sciences: Caste

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Author: Ursula Sharma

Format: Paperback

Number of Pages: 112


Drawing on her background in anthropology, Sharma (sociology, U. of Derby) examines the concept of caste, noting its origin in orientalist descriptions of Indian society, and tracing how it made its way into social scientific discourse as a tool for the comparative analysis of social stratification.



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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: Ursula Sharma

Format: Paperback

Number of Pages: 112


Drawing on her background in anthropology, Sharma (sociology, U. of Derby) examines the concept of caste, noting its origin in orientalist descriptions of Indian society, and tracing how it made its way into social scientific discourse as a tool for the comparative analysis of social stratification.