“It's always amusing to look at how something early in the 20th century was written in anthropology and how it's written now. There's been an enormous shift in how it's done, but yet you can't put your finger on someone who actually did it”
Quote by Clifford Geertz
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Clifford Geertz
Clifford Geertz, born on August 23, 1926 in the United States, was a renowned American anthropologist. His research focused on the field of cultural anthropology, particularly known for his in-depth studies of Java, Indonesia. Geertz's work has had a profound impact on cultural studies and social theory. more
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