Made to Be Seen: Perspectives on the History of Visual Anthropology

by Jay Ruby and Marcus Banks

Book Overview

Made to be Seen brings together leading scholars of visual anthropology to examine the historical development of this multifaceted and growing field. Expanding the definition of visual anthropology beyond more limited notions, the contributors to Made to be Seen reflect on the role of the visual in all areas of life. Different essays critically examine a range of topics: art, dress and body adornment, photography, the built environment,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0226036626
• ISBN13: 9780226036625
• Release Date: July 2011
• Publisher: University of Chicago Press
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.9" x 8.9"