On Limitations to the Use of Some Anthropologic Data by John Wesley Powell

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Author Powell, John Wesley, 1834-1902
Title On Limitations to the Use of Some Anthropologic Data
Note Reading ease score: 39.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "On Limitations to the Use of Some Anthropologic Data" by John Wesley Powell is a scientific publication that was likely written in the late 19th century. The book critically examines the use of anthropological data, particularly in the context of North American archaeology, mythology, and the understanding of Indigenous cultures. Powell addresses misconceptions and methodological challenges faced by researchers in the interpretation of anthropological evidence. In this work, Powell explores various aspects of human anthropology, including archaeological findings, pictographs, language, mythology, and social structures among Indigenous tribes. He argues against the hasty generalizations made about these groups and emphasizes the need for careful differentiation between tribes due to their unique languages, customs, and histories. Powell critiques the speculative use of data connecting Indigenous peoples to ancient civilizations and stresses the importance of understanding each culture within its specific context, cautioning researchers to avoid overgeneralization and misinterpretation of anthropological evidence. The writing serves as both a guide and a cautionary tale for scholars in the field. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
Subject Indians of North America
Subject Anthropology
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EBook-No. 18869
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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