Franz Boas: The Early Years, 1858-1906

by Douglas Cole

This biography of Franz Boas in his early years explores the personal and intellectual side of the anthropologist, from his childhood in Germany to his resignation from the American Museum of Natural History in 1906. The text draws from the frank and informative letters of the Boas family.

Genres: Biography, Anthropology, Science

368 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Deborah Beatriz Blum · Rating 5 out of 5]

This biography captures the determination and brilliance of Franz Boas - the god father of cultural anthropology in 20th century America. In other hands this subject matter might have been dry - but Douglas Cole brings all the personalities to life. Bravo.