clifford geertz

Clifford Geertz (1926-2006) was perhaps the most influential anthropologist of our time, but his influence extended far beyond his field to encompass

Offers insightful discussions of concepts such as nation, identity, country, and self, with a reminder that like symbols in general, their meanings ar

This sequel to "The Interpretation of Cultures" is a collection of essays which reject large abstractions, going beyond the mere translation of one cu

In looking back on four decades of anthropology in the field, Clifford Geertz creates a personal history that is also a retrospective reflection on de

A formative ethnography of the relationship between markets and social life, back in print.   Originally published in 1979, Clifford Geertz’s essay on

Translated from the original Dutch by Agnes Louise Symmers and originally published by Alfred A. Knopf, this collection of letters was written by the

Should a temple be seen as a work of art, its carvers as artists, its worshippers as art critics and patrons? What is a temple (and its art) to the pe

Reprint of the original, first published in 1871. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books

Reprint of the original, first published in 1871. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books