This antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of an original work, preserving its cultural significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. The reprint aims to protect and promote literature by providing an affordable, high-quality edition that remains true to the original text.
Focusing on the techniques of anthropology, this work by Franz Boas explores the methods used in ethnological research. Boas, a pioneering figure in the field, transitioned from natural sciences to anthropology, eventually becoming a professor at Columbia University and founding the first Ph.D. program in the discipline in the U.S. His significant contributions also include helping to establish the American Anthropological Association. This edition includes a new introductory biography, enhancing the understanding of Boas's influential career.
Franz Boas explores the cognitive processes and cultural frameworks of primitive societies, challenging prevailing notions of racial superiority and cultural evolution. As a foundational text in anthropology, it emphasizes the importance of understanding diverse cultures on their own terms. Published in 1911, the work reflects Boas's pioneering approach to studying human societies, highlighting his influence as a key figure in the development of modern anthropology in North America.
As Michael Silverstein discusses in his introduction to this new edition, the two foundational essays presented here are culminating moments in the scholarly history of North American Indigenous peoples' languages and cultures.
A Translation of Franz Boas' 1895 Edition of Indianische Sagen Von Der Nord-Pacifischen Kuste Amerikas
This collection of Native myths and legends serves as a vital resource in understanding the cultural heritage and storytelling traditions of Indigenous peoples in North America. It offers insights into the rich tapestry of beliefs and narratives that shape their worldview, making it an essential reference for both anthropologists and those interested in Native American culture.
The great anthropologist's classic treatise on race and culture. One of the most influential books of the century, now available in a value-priced edition. Introduction by Ruth Bunzel.