Works and Lives: The Anthropologist as Author

The book is in good condition with some wear on the cover edges and corners. It is a paperback edition without a dust jacket. The pages are clean and intact, with a personal inscription on the title page. There are no library markings, and the binding remains firm.

"Works and Lives: The Anthropologist as Author" by Clifford Geertz is a notable work published by Stanford University Press in 1989. This paperback edition offers a profound exploration into the role of the anthropologist as a writer, providing insights into the narrative structures and stylistic choices that shape ethnographic work. Originally printed in 1988, this edition is part of the prestigious Harry Camp Lectures at Stanford University series. Geertz, a leading figure in anthropology, examines the interplay between writing and ethnographic practice. This book is essential for those interested in the methodological and rhetorical dimensions of anthropology. The volume is in good condition with a personal inscription on the title page, making it a unique collector's item for enthusiasts of Geertz's work and anthropological literature.