It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. His major works include The Economic Life of Primitive Peoples (1940; 2nd ed. at the University of Chicago (1920) and his M.A. It remains a persistent challenge to the generalizing impulse in anthropology and in the academy.…. (1921) and Ph.D. (1923) at Columbia University, where he came under the influence of Franz Boas. Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). Our editors will review what you’ve submitted and determine whether to revise the article. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Melville J. Herskovits, in full Melville Jean Herskovits, (born Sept. 10, 1895, Bellefontaine, Ohio, U.S.—died Feb. 25, 1963, Evanston, Ill.), American anthropologist noted for having opened up the study of the “New World Negro” as a new field of research. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. In 1951 he was named there to the first professorial chair of African studies in the United States. …the work of Benedict and Melville Herskovits. Herskovits was a lecturer in anthropology at Columbia and Howard University before moving in 1927 to Northwestern University, where he remained until his death. He systematically attacked some widely held myths in The Myth of the Negro Past (1941) and also opposed the assumption that Africa must follow the Western model and remain under the continuous direction of Europeans. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Herskovits was also known for his humanistic and relativistic writings on culture. Please try again. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Black Friday Sale! Updates? Herskovits took his Ph.B. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree.... Save 50% off a Britannica Premium subscription and gain access to exclusive content. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Omissions? Economic anthropology: The economic life of primitive peoples (The Norton library) Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Herskovits also had interests in economics (especially in relation to anthropology) and African folk art and music. Publication date 1952 Topics NATURAL SCIENCES, Biological sciences in general, Anthropology Publisher Alfred A.Knopf. Economic anthropology: The economic life of primitive peoples (The Norton library) [Melville J. Herskovits] on Amazon.com. Herskovits, Melville J., Economic Anthropology: The Economic Life Of Primitive Peoples. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Premium Membership is now 50% off! Herskovits also had interests in economics (especially in relation to anthropology) and African folk art and music. and abridged as Cultural Anthropology, 1955); Franz Boas (1953); and The Human Factor in Changing Africa (1962). Corrections? There's a problem loading this menu right now. This article was most recently revised and updated by, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Melville-J-Herskovits, National Academy of Sciences - Biography of Melville Jean Herskovits. published as Economic Anthropology, 1952); Man and His Works (1948; rev. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. Addeddate 2006-11-15 16:49:28 Call number 30545 Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. published as Economic Anthropology , 1952); Man and His Works (1948; rev. Please try again. Be on the lookout for your Britannica newsletter to get trusted stories delivered right to your inbox. From his initial studies of the African American as a physical type, Herskovits was led to an interest in their social problems and to their cultural roots in Africa. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Economic Anthropology: The Economic Life of Primitive Peoples. Collection universallibrary Contributor Osmania University Language English. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Economic Anthropology by Herskovits,Melville J. Economic Anthropology: The Economic Life of Primitive Peoples [Melville Herskovits] on Amazon.com. Please try again. By signing up for this email, you are agreeing to news, offers, and information from Encyclopaedia Britannica. His major works include The Economic Life of Primitive Peoples (1940; 2nd ed. Unable to add item to List. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Economic Anthropology: The Economic Life of Primitive Peoples