Franz Boas
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This landmark collection of lectures reflect Franz Boas's theories that previous studies of societies-based on criteria of Western observers-were largely subjective; each society and culture is the result of unique historical developments. He also believed there was no such thing as a "pure" race or a superior one.
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The great anthropologist's classic treatise on race and culture. Discusses biological and cultural inheritance, the fallacy of racial, cultural or ethnic superiority, the scientific basis for human individuality, and much more. One of the most influential books of the century, now in a value-priced edition. Introduction by Ruth Bunzel.