Through the Lens of Anthropology: An Introduction to Human Evolution and Culture, Third Edition

by Robert Muckle, Laura Tubelle de Gonz lez, Stacey L. Camp

Overview

Through the Lens of Anthropology is a concise introduction to anthropology that uses the twin themes of food and sustainability to connect evolution, biology, archaeology, history, language, and culture. The third edition remains a highly readable text that encourages students to think about current events and issues through an anthropological lens.

Beautifully illustrated with over 100 full-color images and maps, along with detailed figures and boxes, this is an anthropology book with a fresh perspective and a lively narrative that is filled with popular topics. The new edition has been updated to reflect the most recent developments in anthropology and the contributions of marginalized scholars, while the use of gender-neutral language makes for a more inclusive text. New content offers anthropological insight into contemporary issues such as COVID-19, Black Lives Matter, and #MeToo.

Through the Lens of Anthropology continues to be an essential text for those interested in learning more about the relevance and value of anthropology. The third edition is supplemented by a full suite of updated instructor and student resources. For more information visit www.lensofanthropology.com.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781487540159
Publisher:	University of Toronto Press
Publication date:	05/11/2022
Edition description:	third edition
Pages:	464
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Robert J. Muckle is a professor of anthropology and archaeology at Capilano University. He is the author or coauthor of several books, including Introducing Archaeology and Through the Lens of Anthropology.


Laura Tubelle de González is a professor of anthropology at San Diego Miramar College.


Stacey L. Camp is an associate professor of anthropology and director of the Campus Archaeology Program at Michigan State University.

Table of Contents

List of Illustrations
List of Boxes
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Preface
Note to Instructors
Note to Students
1. Introduction: Viewing the World through the Lens of Anthropology
2. We Are Primates: The Primate Background
3. Evolutionary Thought and Theory
4. Human Biological Evolution
5. Cultural Diversity from 2.53 Million to 20,000 Years Ago
6. Cultural Diversity from 20,000 to 5,000 Years Ago
7. Archaeology of the Last 5,000 Years
8. Studying Culture
9. Language and Culture
10. Food-Getting and Economics
11. Marriage, Family, and Gender, and Sexuality
12. Political Organization
13. Supernaturalism
14. Anthropology and Sustainability
Glossary
References
Index

What People are Saying About This

Erin Halstad McGuire

"Through the Lens of Anthropology provides students with core concepts and easily digested examples. The text is engaging, and the themes of food and sustainability provide flexibility for teaching. The updates in this new edition are very useful in keeping the text current and relevant."

Anne E. Pfister

"The major strengths of this book are its affordability, accessibility, and relevance to students. The visuals and box features are excellent, particularly with the updates on COVID-19 research. Anthropology sets the bar high for quality materials, thanks to editions like this!"

Jason Antrosio

"This new edition of Through the Lens of Anthropology builds on a successful approach that brings accessible anthropology to a wide range of learners. The welcome updates on decolonizing anthropology, the Black Lives Matter movement, Indigenous issues, the #MeToo movement, gender issues, and even the COVID-19 pandemic keep the textbook at the forefront of anthropological innovation."

Editorial Reviews

"This new edition of Through the Lens of Anthropology builds on a successful approach that brings accessible anthropology to a wide range of learners. The welcome updates on decolonizing anthropology, the Black Lives Matter movement, Indigenous issues, the #MeToo movement, gender issues, and even the COVID-19 pandemic keep the textbook at the forefront of anthropological innovation."

—Jason Antrosio, Hartwick College

"The major strengths of this book are its affordability, accessibility, and relevance to students. The visuals and box features are excellent, particularly with the updates on COVID-19 research. Anthropology sets the bar high for quality materials, thanks to editions like this!"

—Anne E. Pfister, University of North Florida

" Through the Lens of Anthropology provides students with core concepts and easily digested examples. The text is engaging, and the themes of food and sustainability provide flexibility for teaching. The updates in this new edition are very useful in keeping the text current and relevant."

—Erin Halstad McGuire, University of Victoria

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