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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Anthropology is a science whose most significant discoveries have come when it has taken its bearings from literature, and what makes Paul Radin's Primitive Man as Philosopher a seminal piece of anthropological inquiry is that it is also a book of enduring wonder. Writing in the 1920s, when anthropology was still young, Radin set out to show that primitive cultures are as intellectually sophisticated and venturesome as any of their civilized counterparts. The basic questions about the structure of the natural world, the nature of right and wrong, and the meaning of life and death, as well as basic methods of considering the truth or falsehood of the answers those questions give rise to, are, Radin argues, recognizably consistent across the whole range of human societies. He rejects both the romantic myth of the noble savage and the rationalist dismissal of the primitive mind as essentially undeveloped, averring that the anthropologist and the anthropologist's subject meet on the same philosophical ground, and only when that is acknowledged can anthropology begin in earnest. The argument is clearly and forcibly made in pages that also contain an extraordinary collection of poems, proverbs, myths, and tales from a host of different cultures, making Primitive Man as Philosopher not only a lasting contribution to the discipline of anthropology but a unique, rich, and fascinating anthology, one that both illuminates and enlarges our imagination of the human. …

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Primitive Man as Philosopher' is a landmark contribution to anthropology that challenges long-held assumptions regarding the intellectual life of non-industrialized societies. Paul Radin presents a compelling argument against the idea that abstract thought and philosophical speculation are unique to Western civilization. By examining the oral literatures, religious beliefs, and social structures of various indigenous cultures, Radin reveals a world of sophisticated intellectual inquiry and individual reflection.The work focuses on the presence of thinkers and skeptics within these communities, demonstrating that profound questions about the nature of the self, the universe, and morality are addressed with significant depth and nuance. Radin moves the anthropological gaze away from purely collective behavior to highlight the role of the individual intellect in shaping cultural narratives. 'Primitive Man as Philosopher' remains an essential text for understanding the universality of human reason and the diverse expressions of the human spirit. It serves as both a defense of human cognitive equality and a rich exploration of global intellectual history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - First published in 1927, Primitive Man as Philosopher represents a landmark in early anthropological studies. In this work, Paul Radin demonstrates the problematic nature of distinguishing between 'primitive' and 'civilized' cultures. He traces such ideas as the nature of Goodness and Truth, the meaning of life, and the reality of death across various cultures, highlighting how in many ways primitive cultures are just as sophisticated in their intellectual and moral perspectives as purportedly more 'advanced' civilizations. While some may be tempted to view Radin's thesis as a continuation of the Romantic myth of the 'noble savage,' he rejects this idea as essentially undeveloped. In addition to methodically articulating his argument, Radin also finds space to enrich his prose with a bountiful selection of stories, myths, poems, and proverbs, cementing Primitive Man as Philosopher as both an important contribution to anthropology and a splendid anthology in its own right.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Primitive Man as Philosopher' is a landmark contribution to anthropology that challenges long-held assumptions regarding the intellectual life of non-industrialized societies. Paul Radin presents a compelling argument against the idea that abstract thought and philosophical speculation are unique to Western civilization. By examining the oral literatures, religious beliefs, and social structures of various indigenous cultures, Radin reveals a world of sophisticated intellectual inquiry and individual reflection.…

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