Social and Cultural Anthropology: The Key Concepts is the ideal introduction to this discipline, defining and discussing its central terms with clarity and authority. Among the concepts explored are:

• Cybernetics
• Ecriture Feminine
• Gossip
• Human Rights
• Moralities
• Stereotypes
• Thick Description
• Violence.

Each entry is accompanied by extensive cross-referencing and an invaluable list of suggestions for further reading, making this a superb reference resource for anyone studying or teaching anthropology.