Social and Cultural Anthropology

Social and Cultural Anthropology: The Key Concepts is the ideal introduction to this discipline, defining and discussing its central terms with clarity and authority. Among the concepts explored are:* Cybernetics* Ecriture Feminine* Gossip* Human Rights* Moralities* Stereotypes* Thick Description* Violence.Each entry is accompanied by extensive cross-referencing and an invaluable list of suggestions for further reading, making this a superb reference resource for anyone studying or teaching anthropology.