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Routledge - The Story of a Marriage Vol II 1920-35 Letters

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Brand: Routledge
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Explore the personal side of a legendary figure in social anthropology with The Story of a Marriage: The letters of Bronislaw Malinowski and Elsie Masson. Vol II 1920-35 provides an intimate look into the domestic life of one of the founders of modern fieldwork and a great writer. This volume covers the period from their arrival in England in April 1920 through Malinowski's influential lectures on Trobriand Economics at the London School of Economics. The collection of letters follows their lives together and apart until Elsie's death in 1935. For students of history and anthropology, this work offers a rare perspective on Malinowski's personal relationships with his colleagues, students, and a wide spectrum of people. This book is an essential resource for those interested in the biographical history of Europe and the private lives of influential academic thinkers. It provides a clear view of the human experiences behind the professional achievements of a man known internationally as an inspiring teacher and creator of modern fieldwork.

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Covers the historical period from 1920 to 1935, documenting the couple's life from their arrival in England until Elsie's death.

Provides insight into Malinowski's academic career, including his lectures on Trobriand Economics at the London School of Economics.

Reveals the private marriage and domestic life of a renowned founder of social anthropology for the first time.

Details personal relationships with colleagues, students, and various other individuals through a collection of letters.

Offers a biographical look at a great writer and inspiring teacher through his own correspondence.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138164755
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Historical > Countries & Regions > Europe
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 27 February 2017
Listed Since: 04 January 2017

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