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Routledge - Incest: Origins of the Taboo - Anthropology Book

Name: Routledge - Incest: Origins of the Taboo - Anthropology Book
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the deep history of one of humanity's most complex social rules. In 'Incest: Origins of the Taboo', Routledge presents a comprehensive study of why this social boundary exists and how it has shaped human civilization. Throughout history, this topic has captured the attention of philosophers, scientists, church officials, and writers alike. This book moves beyond simple speculation to provide a new explanation for the emergence of the taboo within hominid and human evolutionary history. By analyzing the rich legacy of existing theories alongside empirical data, the text examines how these social structures affect species survival and the organization of human society. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the varying strengths of the taboo across different contexts. This work is an essential resource for those interested in the intersection of evolutionary biology, social science, and the fundamental patterns that define human behavior and social organization.

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Examines the evolutionary history of the incest taboo in both hominid and human populations.

Integrates empirical data with established theories to provide a fresh perspective on social taboos.

Analyzes how these social rules influence human survival and species patterns.

Explores the varying strength of the taboo across different social and historical contexts.

Provides a scholarly look at how social organization is shaped by these fundamental human boundaries.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1594511160
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 15 July 2005
Listed Since: 11 December 2006

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