ISBN:
9781107028463
,
9781107697317
Language:
English
Pages:
X, 258 S.
Series Statement:
New departures in anthropology
DDC:
306.4
Keywords:
Anthropological ethics
Abstract:
"The anthropology of ethics has become an important and fast-growing field in recent years. This book argues that it represents not just a new subfield within anthropology but a conceptual renewal of the discipline as a whole, enabling it to take account of a major dimension of human conduct which social theory has so far failed adequately to address. An ideal introduction for students and researchers in anthropology and related human sciences. [bullet] Shows how ethical concepts such as virtue, character, freedom and responsibility may be incorporated into anthropological analysis [bullet] Surveys the history of anthropology's engagement with morality [bullet] Examines the relevance for anthropology of two major philosophical approaches to moral life"--
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
