Studying Contemporary Western Society J. Hickey

Studying Contemporary Western Society J. HickeyFew anthropologists today realize the pioneering role Margaret Mead played in the investigation of contemporary cultures. This volume collects and presents a variety of her essays on research methodology relating to contemporary culture. Many of these essays were printed originally in limited circulation journals, research reports and books edited by others. They reflect Mead's continuing commitment to searching out methods for studying and extending

While Cousin Phillis reveals thoughtful perspectives on Victorian life

class and relationships in fin-de-siècle Poland

purely rationalist ethical systems

scalp and intracranial video EEG monitoring

and katydids are some of the most destructive pests in the world

the Privileges and Immunity Clause

This collection features a variety of tales ranging from sentimental romance to humorous adventure

pre-implantation genetic diagnosis and human embryonic stem cell research

The majority of chemical and some physical soil properties are heavily influenced by calcium content in soil profiles

A brief introduction by Alper outlines the majpor controversies in Western scholarship concerning the nature of mantras and gives an insightful and suggestive paradigm for resolving the issues

anti-estrogenic and cell cycle arrest mechanisms

the book discusses Sufi orders not only in the Islamic world but also in the West