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Anthropology Goes to the Fair

- The 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition

About Anthropology Goes to the Fair

As scientists claiming specialized knowledge about indigenous peoples, especially American Indians, anthropologists used expositions to promote their quest for professional status and authority. This title shows how anthropology showcased itself "to show each half of the world how the other half lives".

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780803237599
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 552
  • Published:
  • August 31, 2007
  • Dimensions:
  • 152x229x35 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 975 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: December 19, 2024

Description of Anthropology Goes to the Fair

As scientists claiming specialized knowledge about indigenous peoples, especially American Indians, anthropologists used expositions to promote their quest for professional status and authority. This title shows how anthropology showcased itself "to show each half of the world how the other half lives".

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