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Radcliffe-Brown

Journeys Through Colonial Worlds, 1881-1955

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Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, a key figure in modern social anthropology, is portrayed as a cosmopolitan scholar rather than a mere positivist or colonial conservative. This biography reveals his dedication to fieldwork and his critical stance on colonialism, highlighting his strategic engagement with colonial authorities to advance anthropology. It emphasizes his pursuit of intellectual independence and the promotion of a comparative sociological approach, reflecting ongoing contemporary issues within the discipline.

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Radcliffe-Brown, Isak Niehaus

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2024
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Titre
Radcliffe-Brown
Sous-titre
Journeys Through Colonial Worlds, 1881-1955
Langue
Anglais
Publié
2024
Format
rigide
Pages
328
ISBN13
9781805397687
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Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, a key figure in modern social anthropology, is portrayed as a cosmopolitan scholar rather than a mere positivist or colonial conservative. This biography reveals his dedication to fieldwork and his critical stance on colonialism, highlighting his strategic engagement with colonial authorities to advance anthropology. It emphasizes his pursuit of intellectual independence and the promotion of a comparative sociological approach, reflecting ongoing contemporary issues within the discipline.