An Introduction to Theory in Anthropology

by Robert H. Layton

This introduction to anthropological theory, written for undergraduate students, reviews the ideas that have inspired anthropologists in their studies of societies around the world. It offers a clear and concise analysis of the key theories, past and present, and traces the way in which they have been translated into anthropological debates. It shows how various theoretical perspectives have shaped competing, or complementary, accounts of specific ethnographic finds.

Genres: Anthropology, Nonfiction, Social Science

254 pages, Paperback

First published January 8, 1998

Reviews

[Haruka · Rating 4 out of 5]

Incredibly interesting, clearly, thoroughly and objectively presented information and theories.

[Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read for dissertation research, good overview of theory and only a bit confusing in parts

[Michele · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book for those who are just learning and relearning anthropological theory. Its basic and gets down to the gist of the major theoretical perspectives.