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Routledge Mary Douglas: An Intellectual Biography - Routledge Books

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Discover the first full length account of the life and ideas of Mary Douglas, a leading British social anthropologist. This biography by Richard Fardon provides a deep look into the woman whose work shaped social science throughout the second half of the twentieth century. Readers will learn about her family background and how her Catholic faith influenced her academic writings. The book offers a detailed analysis of her most famous works, including Purity and Danger (1966) and Natural Symbols (1970). Beyond her foundational anthropological studies, this text explores her later, more controversial contributions to the fields of economics, consumption, religion, and risk analysis in contemporary societies. It is an essential resource for students and scholars interested in the history of social and urban history in Britain.

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Comprehensive life account covering the career of influential British social anthropologist Mary Douglas.

Detailed examination of how her Catholic faith shaped her academic perspectives and writings.

In depth analysis of her most famous publications, Purity and Danger and Natural Symbols.

Exploration of her later academic work regarding economics, consumption, and religion.

Study of her controversial theories on risk analysis within contemporary societies.

Written by Richard Fardon to provide a complete overview of her intellectual contributions.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415040922
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Historical > Britain > Social & Urban History
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 27 May 1999
Listed Since: 08 January 2007

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