--- product_id: 5049470 title: "Social and Cultural Anthropology: A Very Short Introduction" brand: "peter just" price: "฿1016" currency: THB in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/5049470-social-and-cultural-anthropology-a-very-short-introduction store_origin: TH region: Thailand --- # Social and Cultural Anthropology: A Very Short Introduction **Brand:** peter just **Price:** ฿1016 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Social and Cultural Anthropology: A Very Short Introduction by peter just - **How much does it cost?** ฿1016 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.th](https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/5049470-social-and-cultural-anthropology-a-very-short-introduction) ## Best For - peter just enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted peter just brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Social and Cultural Anthropology: A Very Short Introduction - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Nywgn7fuL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars A book of most special reading very seldom found in to day society. *by G***N on Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2013* I am very familiar with the study of medicine but I would argue that the topic ,in this book, is not usually a part of the teachings of especially, Biomedicine. It should thus be a requirement in the related curriculum as I am of the opinion that the application of the inherent science is, would be, beneficial to recipients of the care.The facts of the various types of differences in people are made very clear and obvious in the subject book. The enumerated differences that are addressed in the book are so intriguing and seemingly so a propos. It should behove all specialists to concentrate on these principles. The book is rare and special.It informs people in our society of matters of large importance when it comes to the delivery of care,in fact, most important matters which are not commonly known. it therefore makes the reading of this book a must. The readings are educational, and it is most important to acquire the respective knowledge, a requirement which this book magnificiently contains and offers. to be sure,I learnt a lot from it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars using this for undergrads *by H***I on Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2006* After disheartening forays into text books and frustration at readers that are either too thematic or otherwise not quite right for a quick orientation in the discipline, I decided to check this out. This is about as perfect a scene-setter as I could ask for for either an intro course or any course that is likely to attract students who do not have an anthropological background. It's pocket-sized, it's affordable, it's readable, and it's SMART. It covers theoretical debates in a straight-forward and understandable way that shows why anyone should care about evolution vs. diffusion (to name one example). This little book as does about a good a job as any at showing how (and why) anthropologists and others use the word "post-modernity" (pg 69). The field examples are well chosen and engaging. The chapters are of a length and written in a style students are likely to read. Even better, the authors give enough tantalizing detail that I suspect it will inspire students to read MORE. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Take another look - at ourselves *by W***G on Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2011* As stated by both authors, this book is very short, so it serves to give the reader only a glimpse of what anthropologists do. They spend excruciatingly long time with the populations they want to study ("exotic societies", urban settings - like big corporations), be part of them, and try to observe in a way as objective as possible. Such prolonged observations are necessary to provide key insights into the working and psyche of the communities being studied.One chapter (Ch.3) is devoted on "culture". Various ways to define "culture" are propounded. By looking into various different cultures, it can be concluded that "each person is simultaneously like some other people, like all other people, and like no other person" (p.40). In the same chapter, the authors try to explain the concept of "Cultural Relativism". Unfortunately, they use a most objectionable example of female circumcision to illustrate their point (p. 51-52), which is erroreous particularly when we now know is a practice that, quite obviously, produces immense psychological trauma.The chapter (Ch.4) on marriage as the way societies regulate sex is informative and consistent with evoultionary psychology. The authors' interpretation of Genesis 38:8-10 is simultaneously amusing and insightful and particularly apt.Ch.5 is devoted on group identity (including non-kin groups, "ethnicity", and "race") and it provides food for thought to those who do not believe in "group selection" at all.The last three chapters are on economy (which includes the authors' short criticism on globilization), religion, and the concept of self-hood. How convincing these chapters are readers can decide themselves.In summary, a short interesting book, to be read with a tiny pinch of salt. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/5049470-social-and-cultural-anthropology-a-very-short-introduction](https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/5049470-social-and-cultural-anthropology-a-very-short-introduction) --- *Product available on Desertcart Thailand* *Store origin: TH* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*