Anthropology, 15e

Book Details:

• Publisher: Pearson

• Authors: Carol R. Ember, Melvin R. Ember, Peter N. Peregrine

• Language: English

• Binding: Paperback

• ISBN: 9789353949600

• Edition: Fifteenth

• Pages: 656

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.0 x 1.4 inches

About The Book:

Anthropology (15th Edition) by Carol R. Ember, Melvin R. Ember, and Peter N. Peregrine presents a comprehensive and holistic approach to understanding human societies and cultures. The book emphasizes the biological, social, and cultural aspects of human life, offering a unique perspective that goes beyond mere description. It explores not only what humans are like, but how they have evolved over time in all their diversity.

This edition presents updated research and a streamlined narrative that allows instructors to cover all aspects of the discipline in a single semester. The content is designed to make complex anthropological concepts more accessible, with comparative, cross-cultural insights grounded in evidence-based approaches. The revised structure integrates key global problems throughout the text, making it easier for students to understand the anthropological approach to global issues.

With clear explanations and current examples, this book is an essential resource for students and instructors, providing a well-rounded view of anthropology and its relevance in addressing modern global challenges.