Architectural Anthropology FROM THE PUBLISHER
There is a growing interest in the anthropological study of built environments and on greater collaboration among architects, anthropologists, and other social scientists. The essays collected in this study present different theoretical approaches as well as case studies, ranging from indigenous architectures to colonialization to modernization.
SYNOPSIS
Discusses the meaning and scope of architectural anthropology by exploring theoretical issues, presenting research problems, and introducing case studies.
FROM THE CRITICS
Booknews
Seven papers selected and revised from presentations at a July-August 1998 anthropology and ethnology conference in Williamsburg, Virginia explore with case studies and theoretical musings the complex processes that relate buildings to society. They also discuss the relations and possible collaboration between anthropology and architecture. Among the topics are the importance of colonial architecture, Mahican-Moravian mission settlements in 1740-72, and transforming houses and family life in rural Portugal. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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