Bøger af Edward Burnett Tylor

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Anahuac: Or Mexico And The Mexicans, Ancient And Modern is a book written by Edward Burnett Tylor in 1861. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history, culture, and society of Mexico and the Mexicans. Tylor explores the ancient civilizations of Mexico, including the Aztecs and the Mayans, and their contributions to the development of the country. He also examines the impact of the Spanish conquest on Mexico and the subsequent colonization of the country. Tylor goes on to discuss the modern state of Mexico, including its political, economic, and social structures. He examines the challenges faced by Mexico in the 19th century, including the struggle for independence, the rise of political factions, and the ongoing conflict between the government and the Catholic Church. Throughout the book, Tylor provides detailed descriptions of Mexican customs, traditions, and beliefs, including their religious practices, art, and architecture. He also offers insights into the Mexican people themselves, their character, and their way of life. Overall, Anahuac: Or Mexico And The Mexicans, Ancient And Modern is a comprehensive and insightful account of Mexico and its people, written by one of the foremost anthropologists of the 19th century. It remains an important resource for anyone interested in Mexican history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Edward Burnett Tylor (1832-1917) was an English anthropologist who is widely considered the founder of anthropology as a scientific discipline. First published in 1871, this influential work explains Tylor's idea of cultural evolution in relation to anthropology. Volume 1 focuses on social evolution, language and myth.