African Systems Of Kinship And Marriage

Author: A. R. Radcliffe-Brown And Daryll Forde
Binding: Paperback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1965

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Cover has faded as seen in photo. Includes fold out family trees in good condition.

This seminal anthropological work, African Systems Of Kinship And Marriage, presents a comprehensive analysis of the diverse familial and social structures found across the African continent. It meticulously details the intricate rules governing marriage, descent, and alliance, illustrating the profound impact of kinship on political organization and economic life. The text uncovers the complex interplay of tradition and adaptation within these systems, offering a foundational understanding for students and scholars of social anthropology. Through rigorous comparative study, it argues for the enduring significance of kinship as a primary organizing principle in many African societies.