Applied Anthropology: An Introduction-- Third Edition

By John van Willigen

Book Overview

Applied Anthropology: An Introduction (3rd edition) is a text focused on the use of the methods and theories of anthropology to solve the practical problems of human communities. It addresses a wide range of problem-solving practices in two large categories: development and research. The development-focused chapters include action research/participatory action research, cultural action, collaborative research, cultural brokerage, and social marketing. The research-focused chapters include social impact assessment, evaluation, and cultural resource management.

Each chapter includes a defining statement about the approach considered and discussion of key concepts, a discussion of the basic process, and one or more case studies. These materials are supplemented with chapters on many domains of application and roles which applied anthropologists activate. These are coupled with chapters on the history of the development of applied anthropology, ethics, anthropology in development, and policy. The book concludes with a chapter on work-related issues such as employment and funding opportunities.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0897898338
• ISBN13: 9780897898331
• Release Date: May 2002
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

pure utility

this book doesn't beat around any topiary material culture, if you know what i mean. its necessary for every undergrad/ grad anthro student who still hasn't quite decided what to do with themselves post-collegiately... its packed with examples and studies. there's so much information that it comes across as boring. however, sometimes reality is boring. deal with it and get a job far away from school with your anthropology degree!