Isbn: 9780813313818 - the bushman myth: the making of a namibian underclass (15 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Images of the Bushmanfrom the innocent hero of the hit movie, The Gods Must Be Crazy, to vermin eradicated by the colonists, to the superhuman trackers conscripted by the South African Defense Forces, and the living embodiment of prehistory for the academicshape our perceptions rather than the actuality. Looking at this interplay between imagery, history, and policy, Robert Gordon focuses not on the Bushman but on the colonizers image of them and the consequences of that image for the people assumed to be Bushmen. }Images of the Bushmanfrom the innocent hero of the hit movie, The Gods Must Be Crazy, to vermin eradicated by the colonists, to the superhuman trackers conscripted by the South African Defense Forces, and the living embodiment of prehistory for the academicshape our perceptions rather than the actuality. Looking at this interplay between imagery, history, and policy, Robert Gordon focuses not on the Bushman but on the colonizers image of them and the consequences of that image for the people assumed to be Bushmen. To understand the image of the Bushmen, we must place them into the context from which they were abstracted. The Bushman Myth, then, is a study of not only history but also of the sociology of knowledge as well as of the relationship between perceived role and economic class. Lavishly illustrated with archival and recent photographs, the book attempts to convey the extent to which we as Westerners have participated in the creation of the Bushman identity. This book with its poignant example of the Bushmen brings us face to face with the complexities and deceptions of our constructions of the Other. }.…

Condizione: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Images of the Bushmanfrom the innocent hero of the hit movie, The Gods Must Be Crazy, to vermin eradicated by the colonists, to the superhuman trackers conscripted by the South African Defense Forces, and the living embodiment of prehistory for the academicshape our perceptions rather than the actuality. Looking at this interplay between imagery, history, and policy, Robert Gordon focuses not on the Bushman but on the colonizers image of them and the consequences of that image for the people assumed to be Bushmen. }Images of the Bushmanfrom the innocent hero of the hit movie, The Gods Must Be Crazy, to vermin eradicated by the colonists, to the superhuman trackers conscripted by the South African Defense Forces, and the living embodiment of prehistory for the academicshape our perceptions rather than the actuality. Looking at this interplay between imagery, history, and policy, Robert Gordon focuses not on the Bushman but on the colonizers image of them and the consequences of that image for the people assumed to be Bushmen. To understand the image of the Bushmen, we must place them into the context from which they were abstracted. The Bushman Myth, then, is a study of not only history but also of the sociology of knowledge as well as of the relationship between perceived role and economic class. Lavishly illustrated with archival and recent photographs, the book attempts to convey the extent to which we as Westerners have participated in the creation of the Bushman identity. This book with its poignant example of the Bushmen brings us face to face with the complexities and deceptions of our constructions of the Other. }.…

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

paperback. Condizione: Acceptable. Acceptable, Reading copy only, with writing/markings, bumps/creasing, and heavy wear. Standard-sized.

Soft cover. Condizione: Fine. 3rd Edition. Trade pbk.; unmarked; no bent or torn pp.; cover and spine, fine.

Softcover. Condizione: Good. Average wear. No highlighting or writing detected on any pages. Cover has worn edges and slightly scuffed/bent corners. 30-day returns. Shipments destined outside Canada may be subject to duties where the customer resides. ; Conflict And Social Change Series; 0.5 X 6 X 8.75 inches; 304 pages.…

16+304 pages, bibliography, tables, photographs, maps : subtitled "The Making of a Namibian Underclass" this is a passionate study of the San or Bushmen of Southern Africa, of their history & their colonial domination by Europeans; glossy limp covers, vg isbn 0813313813 south africa namibia bushmen san tribe bushmen history african colonialism bushman history.…

Softcover. Condizione: Good. Pages are unmarked and uncreased. Overall, a good used copy. Publisher's note: Images of the Bushmanfrom the innocent hero of the hit movie, The Gods Must Be Crazy, to "vermin" eradicated by the colonists, to the superhuman trackers conscripted by the South African Defense Forces, and the living embodiment of prehistory for the academicshape our perceptions rather than the actuality. Looking at this interplay between imagery, history, and policy, Robert Gordon focuses not on the Bushman but on the colonizers' image of them and the consequences of that image for the people assumed to be Bushmen.To understand the image of the Bushmen, we must place them into the context from which they were abstracted. The Bushman Myth, then, is a study of not only history but also of the sociology of knowledge as well as of the relationship between perceived role and economic class. Lavishly illustrated with archival and recent photographs, the book attempts to convey the extent to which we as Westerners have participated in the creation of the "Bushman" identity. This book with its poignant example of the Bushmen brings us face to face with the complexities and deceptions of our constructions of the "Other." Size: 22.9 x 15.3 cm. xvi, 304 pp. Shipped Weight: Under 500 grams. Category: Sociology & Culture; San (African people); Culture conflict; Intercultural communication; Namibia -- Social conditions; ISBN: 0813313813. ISBN/EAN: 9780813313818. Add. Inventory No: 250612MMY0883047.…

Soft cover. Condizione: New. 3rd Edition. New trade pbk.; crisp, clean.

Condizione: New. pp. 304.