Primitive Arts and Crafts: An Introduction to the Study of Material Culture - Brossura

Sayce, Roderick Urwick

 
9781107622074: Primitive Arts and Crafts: An Introduction to the Study of Material Culture

Sinossi

Originally published in 1933, this book examines the material culture of various 'primitive' peoples.

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Descrizione del libro

Originally published in 1933, this book examines the material culture of various 'primitive' peoples, as evidence of migration and also as a window onto that culture's beliefs and customs. It uses examples from all over the world to detail the way in which objects can accrue different meanings through their lifetimes.

Contenuti

Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. Culture and environment; 3. Means and results; 4. Variations and mutations: their causes; 5. Linear evolution; 6. Linked traits and culture complexes; 7. Diffusion and psychology; 8. An example of diffusion: the spread of tobacco; 9. Types of migrations; 10. Independent origins; Index.

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