Haddon the Head Hunter: A Short Sketch of the Life of A.C. Haddon (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521166324)

Alfred Cort Haddon (1855-1940) was an influential British anthropologist who played a key role in developing a more structured approach to his field of study. Additionally, he was instrumental in the creation of a School of Anthropology at Cambridge University, and in raising the status of a discipline that, at the time, had dubious associations in academic circles. Originally published in 1942, this volume constitutes a biographical sketch of Haddon, detailing the key events in his life and the actions he took to encourage a scientific approach in anthropology. Although concise, the text is highly informative, with abundant quotations from his writings, a chronological table, and illustrations. This fascinating book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Haddon's life, and the development of anthropology.

Author: A. C. Hingston Quiggin
ISBN-10: 0521166322
ISBN-13: 9780521166324
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 02/17/2011
Pages: 194
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.60d