Handbook of Anthropology

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction to Anthropology. 2. Evolution of human being. 3. Philosophical and theological anthropology. 4. Social anthropology. 5. Cultural anthropology. 6. Physical (Biological) anthropology. 7. Tribals (Adivasis) of India. 8. Sociolinguistics and anthropology: structural analysis. 9. Ethics in anthropology. Appendix. Glossary. Bibliography. Index.

"Handbook of Anthropology is a unique work, where in an endeavour is made to bring together all relevant material to describe anthropology in composite and coherent manner. After defining the main concepts and inherent theories, all major branches with subfields of the discipline are given an elaborate treatment.

Prominent men of letters who have founded and contributed significantly to the development of the discipline are listed in an appendix. Besides this, glossary of terms is an added feature of the book.

Expectedly, this will prove an ideal text-cum-reference book to students, researchers and teachers besides the aspirants, appearing for various competitive examinations." (jacket)