The Ritual Process: Structure and Anti-Structure

The book is a trade paperback in good condition. The cover shows minor wear, typical of its age, but remains intact. The spine is strong, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings. There is no dust jacket, as expected for a paperback. Overall, the book is well-preserved and suitable for both reading and collection.

"The Ritual Process: Structure and Anti-Structure" by Victor Turner is a seminal work in the field of anthropology, first published in 1969. This edition, published by Cornell University Press in 1982, is the third printing in the Cornell Paperbacks series. Turner's exploration of rituals and their role in societal structures is a foundational text for understanding social dynamics. The book is based on the Lewis Henry Morgan Lectures delivered in 1966 and offers profound insights into the concepts of liminality and communitas. This trade paperback edition is particularly valuable for students and scholars of anthropology and sociology seeking a deeper understanding of ritualistic processes. The book is in good condition, with no inscriptions or library markings, making it a clean copy for collectors and academics alike.