Socialantropologi og kulturantropologi

Hunt, Gather, Parent is a riveting book penned by the talented Michaeleen Doucleff. This engaging read, published by Simon + Schuster Inc., was first introduced to the world in 2022. It delves into the realm of parenting, offering readers a fresh perspective on raising children. The author beautifully blends scientific insight with personal experiences, providing a comprehensive guide for parents navigating the complex world of child-rearing. Doucleff's unique approach to parenting, inspired by ancient wisdom and practices, is a breath of fresh air in the genre. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand parenting from a broader, more inclusive perspective. Enjoy this enlightening journey with Michaeleen Doucleff, brought to you by Simon + Schuster Inc.

The Naga form a minority in Northeast India and the northwest of Myanmar - and consist at the same time of thirty different ethnicities: three to four million people, with numerous languages. How do they manage to preserve their traditional history and integrate into altered ways of life? How do fit that together with modern tattoos, fashion, and social media? What role does Christianity play? Authors among others from Naga Land describe various facets of their contemporary and current culture and make the Naga collection of the Ethnological Museum in Berlin appear in a new light, supplemented with contemporary objects. The artist Zubeni Lotha shows the life of the Naga today in impressive photographs.

"Skovens helte" handler om de indfødte amerikaneres historie. Da forfatter Oluf Christian Molbech i 1888 drog til USA, fandtes der ingen bøger på dansk om de faktuelle omstændigheder omkring europæernes kolonisering af Nordamerika og hvad det havde af konsekvenser for det oprindelige folk, der boede på kontinentet. Med denne bog ønskede Molbech at skildre historien og forholdene for de indfødte amerikanere med fokus på deres kamp for uafhængighed. Bogen er baseret på kilder fra amerikanske forskere i samtiden.idden /title /head body center h1 403 Forbidden /h1 /center /body /htmlOluf Christian Molbech (1860 - 1927) var en dansk forfatter. Han var søn af Christian K.F. Molbech, som var en anerkendt digter og oversætter af blandt andet Dantes guddommelige komedie. Oluf Christian Molbech rejste i 1888 til USA, hvor han bosatte sig i New York og blev gift med den danske kvinde Aasta Christiane Shack. Professionelt fulgte han i sin fars fodspor og blev forfatter. Han udgav en række brevromaner og fagbøger om de indfødte amerikanere, men nåede aldrig at nyde ligeså stor litterær anerkendelse som sin far. I 1899 vendte Molbech tilbage til Danmark, hvor han boede frem til sin død.

Fortællinger fra Gudhjem – og noget om H.P. Haagensen er andet bind i slægtsforsknings-serien Glemte Danskere. Bogen er skrevet og genfortalt af Erling Haagensen og er frit baseret på virkelige hændelser.Ligger der en ufattelig skat fra den russiske juveler Fabergé begravet i en kiste på kirkegården i Gudhjem?Hvem myrdede Hallegårdsbonden midt under den traditionelle og imponerende høstfest i 1895?Hvordan bliver den franske revolution og en ulykkesdiamant på Smithsonian Institution i Washington DC blandet ind i en gudhjemfiskers natlige oplevelser i 1880?Gennem en række enkeltpersoners dramatiske fortællinger om deres oplevelser – frit baseret på maleren og fiskeren H.P. Haagensens interviews og beretninger – får du pludselig et fascinerende indblik i kultur og livsbetingelser, som de var i fiskerlejet Gudhjem i perioden fra 1880’erne til 1920’erne, hvor du samtidig får svar på ovenstående spørgsmål.Desuden giver Fortællinger fra Gudhjem dig, gennem fortællingen om ophavsmanden, maleren H.P. Haagensen, et indblik i den periode, hvor Gudhjem var et centrum for kultureliten i dansk malerkunst.Glemte DanskereSerien Glemte Danskere er skrevet af forskellige forfattere, som alle har noget på hjerte om historiske personer. Disse personer er ikke nødvendigvis bredt kendt blandt befolkningen, men fortjener opmærksomheden. Det kan også være totalt ukendte personer, som til gengæld kan gøre os klogere på livet i “gamle dage”.Første bind: Gå på rov i dit familietræ – Bliv familiens historiefortæller af Dorte Kofoed.Tredje bind: Besat af fortiden af Mads FaberFjerde bind: Bent Silberg - et liv med møblerne af Selva Wildwood

An insider’s account of the videogame industry telling how gaming can become a force for good

At samle på STEL – Hvilke historier gemmer det på? af Elsemarie Døssing er den anden bog i en bogserie med fortællinger om hverdagens brugsgenstande. Er du passioneret samler eller har dine forældre og bedsteforældre samlet på stel er denne bog et must!Stel fortæller historier – særligt socialhistorie. Holder du af kulturarv, historiefortælling og hverdagslivet flettes det i denne bog sammen med forfatterens stel-samlinger. Historierne fortælles igennem 4 generationer, startende med nutidens teenagers syn på stel, og slutter af med hvad der gemte sig i skufferne hos oldemor.Bogen er rigt illustreret med de beskrevne stel, og indeholder et unikt stelkatalog med stel fra Humlemagasinet. Du finder tips og tricks til at holde stel pænt de næste 100 år.Denne bog fortæller historien om hvilke tanker man har gjort sig om valg af mønsteret på stellet? Hvad har givet stellet værdi for samleren og har det betydning at stellet går i arv til den næste generation?Et væld af fagpersoner har bidraget til bogen, At samle på stel, bl.a. fra: Royal Copenhagen, Clay Museum, Kulturhuset på Sejerø, Humlemagasinet, Porselensmuseet i Norge, Bindeballe Købmandsgård, Svane Keramik, Middelfart Museum, Museerne i Fredericia og Skovs Antik.Bæredygtig borddækning, bevar stellet!

"A Field Guide to the Patchy Anthropocene leads the reader through a series of sites, observations, thought experiments, and genre-stretching descriptive practices to take stock of our current planetary crisis. This is a guide for researchers of many stripes; a book that nurtures and promotes a revitalized natural history in direct response to worlds falling apart"--

Perfect for fans of Jane Austen to curl up with in the lead up to Christmas.

A provocative study of the ‘non-space’ which defines our age’s love for excess of information and space

Being Bedouin Around Petra explores the relationships between the UNESCO protection conferred on Petra, Jordan, and the traditions and lives of the semi-nomadic Bedouin who inhabit the surrounding area.

Denmark is a great place to work - if you know the unwritten rules of Danish working culture. The Danish "flat hierarchy" means that you may find yourself interacting with top management even as a junior employee. Your Danish boss will expect you to be proactive, work independently, and quickly admit mistakes when you makethem. This book explains some of these unstated assumptions of the Danish workplace, as well as how to find a job in Denmark.- Is learning to speak Danish necessary?- How can you promote your skills in a job interview without breaking "The Jante Law"?- Is it true that Danish bosses encourage you to disagree with them?- Why is it so important to take a break and eat cake with your colleagues?- What's it like to be an international boss leading a Danish team?

End Times: Elites, Counter-Elites, and the Path of Political Disintegration is a compelling piece of literature penned by the brilliant Peter Turchin. This book, published by PENGUIN PR on June 13, 2023, delves deep into the world of politics, offering a unique perspective on the path of political disintegration. The book is an intriguing exploration of the power dynamics between elites and counter-elites, and the subsequent impact on the political landscape. Turchin masterfully weaves a narrative that is both insightful and thought-provoking, making it a must-read for anyone interested in political science. This book is a testament to Turchin's ability to analyze complex political scenarios and present them in an accessible format. Published by the renowned PENGUIN PR, this book is sure to be a valuable addition to your library.

A New York Times Notable Book of 2020A Bloomberg Best Non-Fiction Book of 2020A Behavioral Scientist Notable Book of 2020A Human Behavior & Evolution Society Must-Read Popular Evolution Book of 2020A bold, epic account of how the co-evolution of psychology and culture created the peculiar Western mind that has profoundly shaped the modern world.Perhaps you are WEIRD: raised in a society that is Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic. If so, you're rather psychologically peculiar.Unlike much of the world today, and most people who have ever lived, WEIRD people are highly individualistic, self-obsessed, control-oriented, nonconformist, and analytical. They focus on themselves-their attributes, accomplishments, and aspirations-over their relationships and social roles. How did WEIRD populations become so psychologically distinct? What role did these psychological differences play in the industrial revolution and the global expansion of Europe during the last few centuries?In The WEIRDest People in the World, Joseph Henrich draws on cutting-edge research in anthropology, psychology, economics, and evolutionary biology to explore these questions and more. He illuminates the origins and evolution of family structures, marriage, and religion, and the profound impact these cultural transformations had on human psychology. Mapping these shifts through ancient history and late antiquity, Henrich reveals that the most fundamental institutions of kinship and marriage changed dramatically under pressure from the Roman Catholic Church. It was these changes that gave rise to the WEIRD psychology that would coevolve with impersonal markets, occupational specialization, and free competition-laying the foundation for the modern world.Provocative and engaging in both its broad scope and its surprising details, The WEIRDest People in the World explores how culture, institutions, and psychology shape one another, and explains what this means for both our most personal sense of who we are as individuals and also the large-scale social, political, and economic forces that drive human history. Includes black-and-white illustrations.

A compelling foundation for a new story of interconnectedness, showing how, as our civilization unravels, another world is possible. Award-winning author, Jeremy Lent, investigates humanity's age-old questionsWho am I? Why am I? How should I live?from a fresh perspective, weaving together findings from modern systems thinking, evolutionary biology, and cognitive neuroscience with insights from Buddhism, Taoism, and Indigenous wisdom. The result is a breathtaking accomplishment: a rich, coherent worldview based on a deep recognition of connectedness within ourselves, between each other, and with the entire natural world. As our civilization careens toward a precipice of climate breakdown, ecological destruction, and gaping inequality, people are losing their existential moorings. Our dominant worldview of disconnectionwhich tells us we are split between mind and body, separate from each other, and at odds with the natural worldhas passed its expiration date. Yet another world is possible. The Web of Meaning offers a compelling foundation for the new story that could enable humanity to thrive sustainably on a flourishing Earth. It's a book for everyone looking for deep and coherent answers to the crisis of civilization.

They Came To Earth Millions Of YearsAgo To Spread The Poison Of Hatred,War And Catastrophe...They Are With Us Still...Human history is a seemingly endless succession of bloody conflicts and devastating turmoil. Yet, inexplicably, in the light of astonshing intellectual and technological advancement, Man's progress has been halted in one crucial area: he still indulges the primitive beast within and makes war upon his neighbors.As a result of seven years of intense research, William Bramley has unconvered the sinister thread that links humanity's darkest events -- from the wars of the ancient pharaohs to the assissination of JFK. In this remarkable, shocking and absolutely compelling work, Bramley presents disturbing evidence of an alien presence on Earth -- extraterrestrial visitors who have conspired to dominate Humankind through violence and chaos since the beginning of time...a conspiracy which continues to this very day.

Mennesket har festet så langt tilbage i historien, øjet rækker. Overalt i verden er festen omdrejningspunkt for familien, landsbyen, arbejdspladsen eller folket. Faktisk i alle de sociale sammenhænge, der gør os til mennesker. For festerne binder os sammen. Fester bryder hverdagsrytmen, og rituelle, højtidelige eller muntre handlinger erstatter dagligdagen. Der er religiøse højtider, politiske fester, årstidsbestemte gilder eller fejringer af vigtige begivenheder som fx bryllupper. Ofte med mad og drikke i rigelige mængder og gerne med musik, sang eller dans. Bogen fejrer festen til alle tider og i alle dens afskygninger. Fra stenalderens jægere og samlere til fastelavn på Amager, og fra de dødes fest i Mexico til fest for vinguden Dionysos i oldtidens Grækenland.Bogen er skrevet af arkæologer, antropologer, etnologer og historikere – det hele samlet af arkæologen Ditlev L. Mahler og etnologen Elisabeth Colding. Bogens afsluttende essay om nutidens danske fest er skrevet af antropologen Anne Knudsen, tidligere chefredaktør ved Weekendavisen.

"QIMMEQ - The Greenland Sled Dog" is a tribute in text and images to a unique dog breed and the people surrounding it. With text contributions from 14 experts, the origin of the sled dog, its cultural significance, the contemporary use of the dog in Greenland and the dog's health, is described. Throughout the book, quotes from, and interviews with, Greenlandic mushers, emphasize their relationship with the sled dog. The book opens with preface by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark.The book is richly illustrated by award-winning photographer Carsten Egevang's black and white photos. In an intriguing layout, the sled dog is portrayed, the special bond between musher and the dogs as well as the dog's functions in today's Greenland is documented - all with the magnificent Greenlandic scenery as background. The book is also available in Danish (ISBN 9788797178003) and Greenlandic (ISBN 9788797178027) version.

This is a study of a unique collection of Inner Mongolian artefacts at the National Museum of Denmark. They are described, analysed and visually presented in a catalogue of more than 800 items, documenting the daily life of pastoral society in and around the tent, in the herding of the animals, in caravan trade and in hunting, crafts, sports and games, and in ritual life. The objects were collected during two expeditions to Inner Mongolia in the 1930s led by the Danish author Henning Haslund-Christensen, who had many years' experience of travel and expedition life in Mongolia.The book is also a detailed account of the expeditions including their routes, means and measures, as well as the worries and hopes of the participants, their struggles with scientific aspirations, and the conditions for collecting against the backdrop of the Chinese civil war and the Japanese occupation. The First and Second Danish Expeditions to Central Asia took place in 1936-1937 and 1938-1939 respectively. These expeditions were the sole foreign parties with access to the area at the time, and therefore their members were among the few observers of Inner Mongolian pastoral society at a time when information was scant and knowledge of the place fragmented - as is in many ways still the case. Hence, the material objects and data obtained are of great scientific importance in the documentation of the life and material culture of Inner Mongolian herders in the 1930s.

Dette er en unik bog, en levende øjenvidneberetning om livet hos et ukendt jægerfolk i Chad. Det er et pionerværk, som ikke blot skildrer en spændende kultur og sætter denne ind i en bred historisk og samfundsmæssig sammenhæng, men er og vil forblive at være det eneste værk baseret på et antropologisk studie af et levende jægersamfund i hele Nord- og Vestafrika.Da den unge antropolog Ida Nicolaisen i 1963 drog til Chad med sin mand, nu afdøde professor Johannes Nicolaisen var det for at søge at finde Haddad-folket, som var sporadisk omtalt af franske administratorer. Det lykkedes. De fandt Haddad som levede i små grupper på de vidtstrakte stepper og i udkanten af Sahara øst og nord for Chadsøen. Det var hjertevarme mennesker, trods deres barske livsbetingelser. For Haddad blev foragtet og forfulgt af omboende folk og forhindret aktivt i at følge deres traditionelle livsform. Derfor undgik de kontakt og søgte et liv i ubemærkethed.Rejsen var tænkt som et pilotstudie, men der udbrød borgerkrig under opholdet. Den sociale uro fortsatte i mange år ligesom i det tilgrænsende Darfur. Det gjorde videre forskning umulig og ægteparret kom aldrig tilbage til Chad. Heller ikke andre har siden skrevet om Haddad-folket.

Bogen ”At samle på duge” fortæller om de seneste 100 års samlinger af duge. I bogen beskrives 10 forskellige duge. Der er beskrivelser af forskellige duge, trends og tidens tendenser i det årti hvorpå dugen blev fremstillet eller anskaffet. Bogen har fokus på hverdagens dugesamlinger, og indeholder duge, som du helt sikkert kan genkende.Duge er noget vi alle sammen bruger hver dag. Det er noget vi kan associere os med, og derfor er bogen et vigtigt supplement i vores kultur- og designhistorie.

Hvad en sjælden svamp kan lære os om at opretholde livet på en skrøbelig planet.Matsutake er den mest værdifulde svamp i verden og vokser i menneskeforstyrrede skove på hele den nordlige halvkugle. Den kan ikke dyrkes, men der, hvor den gror, giver den næring til træerne og hjælper dem med at overleve. Matsutake anses for en delikatesse og handles for astronomiske priser. Ved at følge de nye globaliserede forsynings- og varekæder disse meget efterspurgte svampe skaber, beskriver Anna Lowenhaupt Tsing områder, der rækker langt ud over svampe, ogstiller et afgørende spørgsmål: Hvad formår at leve i de ruiner, vi har skabt?Svampen ved verdens ende udforsker den underjordiske fælled og de multiartslige verdener omkring os. Vi møder japanske gourmeter, købmænd, hmongfolk i Oregon, industriskove, yi-kinesiske gedehyrder, finske naturguider og meget mere. Disse ledsagere fører os ind i svampeøkologier og skovhistorier for bedre at forstå løftet om samliv i en tid med massiv menneskelig ødelæggelse. Det er en original undersøgelse af forholdet mellem kapitalisme og samarbejdet om overlevelse i multiartslige landskaber, som er forudsætningen for fortsat liv på jorden.“En poetisk og bemærkelsesværdig frugtbar udforskning af forholdet mellem mennesker og det naturlige miljø.” – Pankaj Mishra, The Guardian“Jeg er meget taknemmelig for at have denne bog.” – Ursula K. Le Guin

Hvorfor giver vi egentlig hinanden gaver - og hvorfor er de så vigtige?Gaver findes over hele verden – fra Asien til Amerika og fra Sibirien til Afrika. Men hvad er gaver egentlig for noget? Hvorfor giver vi dem, og hvorfor bliver vi sure og kede af det, hvis vi aldrig får nogen igen?My Madsen er antropolog og har forsket i menneskers opførsel og samfund både på Københavns Universitet og Nationalmuseet. My har gennem flere år arbejdet med at formidle samfundsvidenskabelig viden i børnehøjde.