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“The point of literary criticism in anthropology is not to replace research, but to find out how it is that we are persuasive.”

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Clifford Geertz
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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