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This book discusses the history and contemporary practice of studying cultures 'at home', by examining Europe's regional or 'small' ethnologies of the past, present and future. With the rise of nationalism and independence in Europe, ethnologies have often played a major role in the nation-building process. The contributors to this book offer case studies of ethnologies as methodologies, showing how they can address key questions concerning everyday life in Europe. They also explore issues of European integration and the transnational dimension of culture in Europe today, and examine how regional ethnologies can play a crucial part in forming a wider 'European ethnology' as local participants have experience of combining identities within larger regions or nations. ... Read more

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Kava is a herb that has for centuries been used for ceremonial, ritual, religious, social, political and medicinal purposes. In the past few decades, the medicinal properties of kava have been recognized in the West and it is now widely marketed as an over-the-counter preparation for the treatment of anxiety, stress, restlessness and sleep disorders. This comprehensive volume describes kava's history, botanical origins, production, marketing, chemical and biological properties of the chemical constituents and the clinical and medical studies that provide evidence for its therapeutic benefits. An invaluable reference to kava, this book will be of great interest to healthcare professionals, scholars, researchers, students, the pharmaceutical industry, and the general public. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This broad collection of thirty-nine well-chosen readings isdedicated to exploring the many and intricate problems presented by SouthAmerican Indian cultures. Drawn from various theoretical backgrounds, thematerials selected provide a solid framework for peoples and cultures of SouthAmerica. This edition includes a fold-out Tribal Distribution Map by John H.Rowe. ... Read more

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One of the best ethnology books I have read
This book is one of the top 5 ethnology books I have read. The fact that it is an anthology covering virtually every topic and region of concern in South America makes it even easier to read. Despite the fact that the book is more than 15 years old it still seems to be pertinent information. A must for anyone interested in learning more about the people and history of South America. ... Read more

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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishings Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the worlds literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! ... Read more

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A Classic.
This text was required reading for me, but if you are interested in Archaeology it is a great, classicread.

Basin-Plateau Aboriginal Sociopolitical Groups
Steward's most descriptive work for his cultural ecology model, based on extensive study of paleo-indian technology and environment. Contains some of dry statistics, but I found the contextual-functionist theory made clearby Steward's models and data. This is an absolute must for any student ofamerican anthropology and archaeology. ... Read more

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Anthropology applied to American Railroading
This is as far as I know, the ONLY serious study concerning what railroad work entails and how railroaders become enculturated into their crafts.It is written specifically from the perspective of the Locomotive Engineer (Engine Driver, for those of you living outside the USA).Author Frederick Gamst writes in his preface that he conducted his research between 1955 and 1961, during 6 1/2 years employment in engine service, as well as fieldwork between 1970 and 1975.

Gamst refers to the individuals, unions, and companies by fictitions names in this book to protect privacy, also undoubtedly not to discourage participation in the future.The railroad he worked for and later further researched is fictitiously called the "Central City and Urbana Railroad".According to other works by Gamst I have read, it appears to have been the Western Division of the Southern Pacific.

For those with no experience whatsoever in Anthropology or Sociology, don't despair!Dr. Gamst explains the importance and meaning of industrial ethnology as well as he explains railroad terms, customs, and behaviors.Chapters include:

1. Introduction (Scope of the Book, In the Rail World, Industrial Ethnology)

2. The Railroad and its Setting (Development of the railroads and the United States, Railroads in Contemporary American Society, The Geographical Setting of the CC & U)

3. Hiring Out (Enculturating the Railroader, Becoming a Student, Examining the Diesel-Electric, Learning the Craft, Flattening Wheels, Learning, A Retrospection)

4. Operating and Other Rules (The Book of Rules, Scope of Rules, Local Additions to Rules, Rules as Ideal and Actual Patterns, Examinations on Rules, Rules, a Retrospection

5. Freight Train, Freight Train, Goes So Slow (The call is out, Bean time conversation, In the register room, Leaving Town, The Man in Charge, The Delayer)

6. On the High Iron (Running to Cementon, Picking up Cars, Radioing Ahead, Hotboxes, "It was on this grade...", Down the Hill, Setting Out)

7. The Home Terminal (Heading home, Arriving at Urbana Terminal, Mileage, other good, and protection of good, Off The Job)

8. Future Trends for the Hoghead (Railroad growth in a developed country, rail demographics, The hoghead is a Lady, Energeticlimits to Growth, Technological Development, Diversification, Nationalization, and Regulation)

*References & Glossary

While 25 years down the line, a few of the things Gamst discusses are outdated, as a Railroad Conductor who has worked in both freight and passenger service, many more things discussed here are still relevent.There is still pride in our craft, and we still hire out, get quits, go to beans, spot cars, pull cars, make set-outs and pick-ups...

On a personal level, this volume (and several of his other published works) was an inspiration and help to me during my senior year in College when I did a study on railroad occupational subculture, and needed ideas for structuring my project and conducting interviews with railroad employees.Gamst has in essence provided a template for further research on our subculture, offering a well thought out and planned work which clarifies what makes a Rail, a Rail.
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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishings Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the worlds literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! ... Read more

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An Osteology of Some Maya Mammals
A useful manual for archaeologists,anthropologists and people interested in the natural history of animals in the Mata area

Great view on those centralamerican mammals
This book is the answer to those who are lost and need a little help with those centralamerican mammals. It contains great drawings of those elusive bones. But only of medium and large mammals. ... Read more

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This is an unusual excursion into American Indian culture history by a British social anthropologist. It examines theories of the development of different Pueblo social structures, with particular attention to Eggan. From a detailed re-analysis of the evidence and a consideration of material from the Eastern Keresan Pueblo of Cochiti, based on his own fieldwork, Dr Fox concludes that the theory that all Pueblos were derived from a common base is no longer tenable, and that a diversity of origins is more probable. Apart from its contribution to Amerindian studies, the book is of particular interest as an approach to modern culture history by a social anthropologist. ... Read more

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Comprising The Writings Of Hammond, Harper, Christy, Stringfellow, Hodge, Bledsoe, And Cartwright On This Important Subject. With An Essay On Slavery In The Light Of International Law By The Editor. ... Read more