The Essence of Anthropology - Softcover

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The fascinating field of anthropology will come alive for you in THE ESSENCE OF ANTHROPOLOGY. This book's nationally acclaimed author team helps you understand anthropology's key concepts and their great relevance to today's complex world. You'll learn about the varied ways culture helps humans adapt to face the challenges of existence, the connection between human culture and human biology, and the impact of globalization on peoples and cultures around the world. Learning tools such as the "Visual Essence" and "Visual Counterpoints" graphically demonstrate major concepts. "Questions for Reflection" at the end of each chapter, and boxed features such as "Biocultural Connections" and "Original Studies" guide your study and help you retain what you read. "Anthropology Applied" boxes offer interesting examples of anthropology's relevance to daily life.