Primate Ethnographies

Product Details:

• Author: Karen B. Strier
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Edition: 1st Edition
• ISBN: 9780205214662
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of Pages: 272
• Language: English
• Release Date: 17-10-2013
• Dimensions: 10.0 x 7.0 x 0.6 inches
• Features: Illustrations

About the Book:

Primate Ethnographies by Karen B. Strier offers a unique ethnographic perspective on the study of primates, combining first-person accounts of immersive field studies and revealing the wide spectrum of primate science. This 1st edition collects essays that cover a variety of primates, including lemurs, New World monkeys, Old World monkeys, and apes, offering readers a front-row seat to the excitement of discovery and the challenges faced by primate field researchers.

Strier’s text is a compelling resource for both students and researchers, acting as both a textbook and a companion reader. It introduces readers to the intricacies of field research and the motivations driving primatologists, while also illustrating the depth of behavioral and ecological diversity across different primate species. The book also includes access to MySearchLab, a platform providing research tools and access to academic journals, further enhancing the learning experience.

Reviewers, such as Sian Waters from Primate Eye, praise the book for offering valuable insight into the personal experiences of primatologists and the social history of primatology. This collection of “mini memoirs” makes Primate Ethnographies an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the world of primate research, its challenges, and its triumphs.

About the Author:

Karen B. Strier is a renowned primatologist and professor of Anthropology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is recognized for her pioneering research on the endangered northern muriqui monkey in Brazil, contributing significantly to both conservation efforts and the broader understanding of primate behavioral and ecological diversity. Strier has received numerous awards and honors for her work and is widely regarded as one of the foremost authorities in her field.