The Reinvention of Primitive Society : Transformations of a Myth by Adam Kuper - 2005

New. The Invention of Primitive Society, Adam Kuper's best selling critique of ideas about the origins of society and religion that have been much debated since Darwin, has been hugely influential in anthropology and post-colonial studies. This topical new edition, entitled The Reinvention of Primitive Society, has been thoroughly revised and updated to take account of new research in the field. It coincides with a revival of the myth of primitive society by the `indigenous peoples' movement', which taps into a widespread popular belief about the noble savage and reflects a romantic reaction against `civilisation' and `science'. By way of fascinating accounts of classic texts in anthropology, classical studies and law, the book reveals how wholly mistaken theories can become the basis for academic research and political programmes. In new chapters, Kuper challenges this most recent version of the myth of primitive society and traces conceptions of the barbarian, savage and… Read More

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; An expanded and radically revised new edition that is essential reading for those who are interested in anthropological theory and current post-colonial debates, or simply curious about the ways in which we systematically misunderstand

Paperback / softback. New. This expanded and radically revised new edition should prove useful reading for those who are interested in anthropological theory and current post-colonial debates, or simply curious about the ways in which we systematically misunderstand other peoples.

Routledge, 2005. Paperback. New. 2nd edition. 272 pages. 8.25x5.50x1.00 inches.

Routledge, 2005-06-23. paperback. Good. 8x0x11. Textbook, May Have Highlights, Notes and/or Underlining, BOOK ONLY-NO ACCESS CODE, NO CD, Ships with Tracking

Routledge, 2005-06-23. paperback. New. 8x0x11. New Textbook, Ships with Tracking

Routledge, 2005-08-09. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!