Robert Borofsky Livres

Utilizing anthropological methods, this book examines the discipline of anthropology itself, analyzing the contexts that influence its beliefs and publications. It critiques traditional metrics of academic productivity, proposing alternative assessments that emphasize the outcomes and impacts of anthropological work. By exploring the value of anthropological projects, it seeks to redefine intellectual contributions beyond mere publication counts, offering a fresh perspective on the discipline's relevance and effectiveness.

Intended for upper-level anthropological theory courses, ASSESSING CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY is a book of original readings which assess current theories and approaches in anthropology and determines the future direction of the discipline. Contributors include the most respected names in the field; among them, Clifford Geertz, Roy Rappaport, and Eric Wolf. Section introductions in this diverse and polemical collection provide overviews of the book's themes. A concluding chapter, "Looking Ahead", suggests areas for future research and reflection.

Raises questions central to the field of anthropology - questions concerning the practice of fieldwork, the production of knowledge, and anthropology's intellectual and ethical vision of itself. This book discusses the Yanomami controversy, identifies the ethical dilemmas of the controversy and assesses the state of anthropology.