Anthropology and the Classics Six Lectures Delivered Before the University of Oxford

Language: EnglishPublished: December 1, 2016

Subjects:

Classical philology Anthropology History Picture-writing

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society History - General

Authors:

Evans, Arthur
Fowler, W. Warde (William Warde)
1847 - 1921
Jevons, F. B. (Frank Byron)
1858 - 1936
Lang, Andrew
1844 - 1912
Marett, R. R. (Robert Ranulph)
1866 - 1943
Murray, Gilbert
1866 - 1957
Myres, John Linton

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About this book

In the early 20th century, as the fields of anthropology and classical studies began to intertwine, a groundbreaking series of lectures emerged from the esteemed University of Oxford. "Anthropology and the Classics" by Arthur J. Evans, Andrew Lang, Gilbert Murray, F.B. Jevons, J.L. Myres, and Warde Fowler offers a profound exploration of cultural evolution and the human experience. This collection examines the nuanced interplay between ancient civilizations and contemporary anthropological thought, shedding light on the foundations of societal structures and beliefs. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this scholarly work invites readers to reconsider the legacies of the past and their relevance today. Engage with the rich tapestry of human history through this essential document.