The book presents a selection of the works presented during various encounters held in sites connected with the life of Paolo Mantegazza, aimed at retrieving and valorising his cultural legacy. An eclectic figure - scientist, novelist, anthropologist and politician - Paolo Mante…
Fifty key anthropologists
Fifty Key Anthropologists surveys the life and work of some of the most influential figures in anthropology.
"Fifty Key Anthropologists" surveys the life and work of some of the most influential figures in anthropology. The entries, written by an international range of expert contributors, represent the diversity of thought within the subject, incorporating both classic theorists and m…
Fifty Key Anthropologists surveys the life and work of some of the most influential figures in anthropology. The entries, written by an international range of expert contributors, represent the diversity of thought within the subject, incorporating both classic theorists and mor…
This title is a survey of the life, work, ideas and impact of some of the most influential anthropologists, from 'classic' thinkers through to figures working now. The entries, written by an international range of expert contributors, represent the diversity of thought within th…
A survey of the life, work, ideas and impact of some of the most influential anthropologists, from 'classic' thinkers through to figures working now.
Overview: From a skeleton, a skull, a mere fragment of burnt thighbone, Dr. William Maples can deduce the age, gender, and ethnicity of a murder victim, the manner in which the person was dispatched, and, ultimately, the identity of the killer. In Dead Men Do Tell Tales, Dr. Map…
William Maples is blessed with an eerie but powerful gift. From a skeleton, a skull, a mere fragment of burnt thighbone, he can deduce the age, gender and ethnicity of a corpse, and the manner in which the victim was dispatched; his gift has sealed the doom of many a killer. His…