Comaroff, John
Ethnography And The Historical Imagination
- ISBN 13:
- 9780367153885
- author:
- Comaroff, John
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 22.4 x 14.5 x 2 centimetres (0.6
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Anthropology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Comaroffs explore the intersection of ethnography and historical imagination in this thought-provoking work. They argue for the continued relevance of a historical anthropology, highlighting the importance of culture and context in understanding human societies.
By examining 'imaginative sociology', the authors demonstrate how social science can capture the complexities of human experience. This book offers a nuanced perspective on the role of ethnography and culture in shaping our understanding of the world.
With 338 pages, this paperback edition provides a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between anthropology, history, and the human imagination.