Social Anthropology of Complex Societies (Routledge Library Editions: Anthropology and Ethnography)

📘 Book Details

• Author: Banton, Michael

• Publisher: Routledge

• Language: English

• Edition: 1

• ISBN: 9780415330282

• Pages: 200

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches

📝 About the Book

In Anthropological Approaches to Problems of Social Change, Michael Banton explores the significant evolution of social anthropology from its traditional focus on so-called "primitive" societies to its broader engagement with modern, complex social structures. This insightful volume showcases how the methods and theories of micro-sociology can be meaningfully applied to the macro-sociological study of contemporary societies.

Banton’s work is a compelling argument for the continued relevance of anthropological insights in addressing large-scale social transformations. By examining how localized, community-level interactions reflect and influence broader systemic changes, the book bridges the gap between individual behavior and institutional frameworks.

Ideal for students and scholars of anthropology, sociology, and social theory, this book offers a thoughtful synthesis of anthropological practice and modern social analysis. It provides a valuable perspective for understanding how cultural practices, social structures, and human agency interact in the face of societal change.