“The genius of culture is to create an ontological system so compelling that what is inside and outside of a person are viewed as of a piece, no seams and patches noticeable.”
Quote by Richard Shweder
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Richard Shweder
Richard Shweder is an American anthropologist born on February 17, 1945. His research focuses on the intersection of cultural anthropology, psychology, and philosophy, exploring the diversity of human behavior, moral values, and cultural norms. more
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