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“Cultural anthropology is not valuable because it uncovers the archaic in the psychological sense. It is valuable because it is constantly rediscovering the normal.”

Quote by Edward Sapir

Book:Selected Writings in Language, Culture and Personality

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Selected Writings in Language, Culture and Personality

This book compiles a variety of scholarly essays that delve into the complex relationships between linguistic expressions, cultural norms, and the unique characteristics of individuals. The essays cover a range of topics, including the influence of language on thought processes, the role of culture in shaping identity, and the ways in which personality is expressed through language and cultural practices. more

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Edward Sapir was a prominent American anthropologist known for his profound research on language and culture. Born on January 26, 1884, and passing away on February 4, 1939, Sapir's work had a profound impact on the development of modern anthropology, particularly in the fields of linguistic anthropology and semiotics. more

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