"Anthropology" by A. L. Kroeber is a scholarly work that examines humanity through the lens of science, specifically exploring human cultures, languages, physical characteristics, and histories. The book emphasizes how interwoven biological and cultural aspects impact human life and its differences. By introducing anthropology, Kroeber highlights the importance of understanding both natural and social forces, such as the mix of genetics and customs, while critiquing older ways of studying anthropology in favor of a combined biological and cultural perspective. In doing so, he prepares to thoroughly investigate humanity, paving the way for later discussions about fossils, the beginnings of race, and the development of civilization.
Anthropology
By A. L. (Alfred Louis) Kroeber
Discover the scientific study of humankind, from our diverse cultures and languages to our physical traits and origins.
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About the AuthorAlfred Louis Kroeber was an American cultural anthropologist. He received his PhD under Franz Boas at Columbia University in 1901, the first doctorate in anthropology awarded by Columbia. He was also the first professor appointed to the Department of Anthropology at the University of California, Berkeley. He played an integral role in the early days of its Museum of Anthropology, where he served as director from 1909 through 1947. Kroeber provided detailed information about Ishi, the last surviving member of the Yahi people, whom he studied over a period of years. He was the father of the acclaimed novelist, poet, and writer of short stories Ursula K. Le Guin.
Alfred Louis Kroeber was an American cultural anthropologist. He received his PhD under Franz Boas at Columbia University in 1901, the first doctorate in anthropology awarded by Columbia. He was also the first professor appointed to the Department of Anthropology at the University of California, Berkeley. He played an integral role in the early days of its Museum of Anthropology, where he served as director from 1909 through 1947. Kroeber provided detailed information about Ishi, the last surviving member of the Yahi people, whom he studied over a period of years. He was the father of the acclaimed novelist, poet, and writer of short stories Ursula K. Le Guin.
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