Edward Burnett Tylor

Anahuac

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

The journey and excursions in Mexico which have originated the narrative and remarks contained in this volume were made in the months of March, April, May, and June of 1856, for the most part on horseback. The author and his fellow-traveller enjoyed many advantageous opportunities of studying the country, the people, and the antiquities of Mexico, owing to the friendly assistance and hospitality which they received there.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Book Jungle
• Seitenzahl: 250
• Erscheinungstermin: 31. Dezember 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 191mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 474g
• ISBN-13: 9781438532998
• ISBN-10: 1438532997
• Artikelnr.: 28227963

Autorenporträt

Edward Burnett Tylor (1832-1917) was a pioneering British anthropologist widely regarded as the founder of cultural anthropology. Born into a Quaker family in London, Tylor's early life was marked by ill health, which prevented him from pursuing a traditional university education. This setback, however, led him to embark on a journey of self-education that would ultimately revolutionize the field of anthropology. Tylor's interest in primitive culture and cultural evolution was sparked during his travels to Mexico in 1856, which resulted in his first major work, "Anahuac." This ethnographic study laid the groundwork for his later, more comprehensive theories on the development of human societies. His seminal work, "Primitive Culture" (1871), introduced the concept of cultural evolution and established anthropology as a scientific discipline. Tylor's theory of animism and his method of comparative analysis became fundamental to the study of religion and society. Throughout his career, Tylor made significant contributions to Mesoamerican anthropology and the understanding of ancient Mexican civilization. His ethnographic studies and theories on cultural evolution influenced generations of anthropologists and continue to be debated in academic circles today. Tylor's legacy extends beyond his written works. He was appointed as the first Reader in Anthropology at Oxford University in 1884 and later became the first Professor of Anthropology in 1896. His dedication to establishing anthropology as a respected academic discipline paved the way for future scholars and researchers in the field. Edward Burnett Tylor's life and work exemplify the spirit of scientific inquiry and cultural exploration that characterized the intellectual landscape of the Victorian era. His contributions to the study of primitive culture and human societies continue to shape our understanding of cultural diversity and human development.