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Anthropology Matters, Third Edition
Shirley Fedorak (Author)
9781487593216
Hardback, published 5 April 2017
288 pages
24.1 x 19.7 x 2.2 cm, 0.77 kg
The third edition of this bestselling book introduces readers to anthropology, and the world around it, by connecting important concepts to current global issues. A question-based approach encourages readers to understand specific issues in a broader cross-cultural context while building an appreciation for anthropology’s role in developing global citizenship. This edition has been updated and revised throughout, including discussion of technology, design anthropology, and the effects of social media on cultural change. As well, two new chapters, one on global responsibility for refugees, and the other on human trafficking as a form of modern-day slavery, make the text particularly relevant.
Thematic Guide to Content Part One: How Does Anthropology Work? Part Two: Why Does Anthropology Matter? Conclusion
Author Profile
Acknowledgments
Organization of the Text
Introduction
1. What Are the Challenges in Ethnographic Fieldwork, and How Is Ethnographic Research Changing?
2. Of What Use Is Anthropology in the Business World?
3. What Roles Do Anthropologists Play in Language Retention and Revitalization, and Are Heritage Languages an Endangered Species?
4. Is Globalization and Transnational Mobility Fuelling Modern-Day Slavery?
5. What Are the Underlying Reasons for Ethnic and Sectarian Conflict?
6. How Does Body Image Affect Self-Esteem, Well-Being, and Identity?
7. Is Female Circumcision a Violation of Human Rights or a Cherished Cultural Tradition?
8. What Are the Socio-economic, Religious, and Political Implications of Same-Sex Marriage and Changing Family Structure?
9. Is Social Media Changing and Reshaping Culture?
10. Does the Global Community Have a Moral Responsibility to Assist Displaced Persons?
11. What Benefits Do NGOs Provide Developing Countries, and How Can Their Presence Generate New Challenges?
12. Is the Practice of Purdah and Veiling Oppressive to Women or an Expression of Their Identity?
Glossary
References
Sources
Index