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Political Anthropology - Understanding Power and Culture in Global Societies - cover

Political Anthropology - Understanding Power and Culture in Global Societies

Fouad Sabry

Maison d'édition: One Billion Knowledgeable

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Discover the profound connections between political systems and cultural practices in *Political Anthropology*, a key addition to the "Political Science" series by Fouad Sabry. This essential read explores how governance and power structures shape, and are shaped by, social and cultural dynamics across diverse societies.
 
Chapter Highlights:
 
- Political Anthropology: An introduction to the intersection of political and cultural dimensions.
 
- Anthropology: Foundations of anthropology and its relevance to political structures.
 
- Cultural Anthropology: Insights into how cultural practices and political systems influence each other.
 
- Medical Anthropology: The interplay between political policies and medical practices.
 
- Kinship: The role of kinship in political organization and power distribution.
 
- Sociocultural Anthropology: Analysis of social structures and their interaction with politics.
 
- Max Gluckman & Meyer Fortes: Contributions to political anthropology and theories on conflict, kinship, and social structure.
 
- Legal, Urban, and Social Anthropology: Exploration of how legal systems, urban environments, and social dynamics intersect with political governance.
 
- Anthropology of Development & Political Economy: Understanding development policies and economic systems in a political context.
 
- History of Anthropology: The evolution of anthropological thought, with country-specific developments.
 
- Key Figures: Focus on influential figures like Winifred Hoernlé and Bjørn Thomassen.
 
*Political Anthropology* is a crucial resource for understanding the intricate connections between politics and culture, offering valuable insights for professionals, students, and enthusiasts alike.
Disponible depuis: 08/08/2024.
Longueur d'impression: 316 pages.

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