Corbin Spencer

Anthropology: The Basics Corbin Spencer

Anthropology refers to the study of human societies from the oldest known civilizations to the present. It has four different sub-branches namely, social anthropology, linguistic anthropology, cultural anthropology, and biological anthropology. In some countries archaeology is also grouped under its sub-branches whereas, in other countries it is treated as a different field. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the theory and practice of anthropology. It unfolds the innovative aspects of this field that will be crucial for the holistic understanding of the subject matter. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the textbook makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of the discipline.