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Explore the complex connections between social structures and human behavior in Kinship and Culture. Published by Routledge, this book examines the influential hypothesis of Francis L.K. Hsu, which suggests a functional relationship between specific kinship systems and behavioral patterns within various cultural contexts. This text addresses the debates that arose among cultural anthropologists following Hsu's proposal. It moves beyond viewing kinship as a mere mathematical exercise or focusing solely on fragmented child-rearing practices. Instead, the book provides a framework for more productive research in both cultural and psychological anthropology. Whether you are a student of sociology or a professional researcher, this work offers a unique perspective on how kinship shapes human society. It serves as a foundational resource for understanding the relationship between social organization and cultural identity.

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Examines the functional relationship between kinship systems and behavior patterns in cultural contexts.

Analyzes the academic controversy surrounding Francis L.K. Hsu's original kinship hypothesis.

Provides an alternative approach to the study of kinship beyond mathematical models.

Offers new directions for investigations within cultural and psychological anthropology.

Addresses the role of child-rearing practices in relation to major cultural factors.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
14 July 2017
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31 August 2017

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