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Publisher:
China National Publications Import & Export C
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9787521228748
Publish year:
2024
Publish date:
Oct. 1, 2024
Harvey Whitehouse
Harvey Whitehouse is a British social anthropologist known for his research on the evolution of religion and rituals. His most notable work, "Modes of Religiosity: A Cognitive Theory of Religious Transmission," explores the role of rituals in shaping social cohesion and group identity. Whitehouse's research has had a significant impact on the study of religion and cultural evolution. His work is characterized by a rigorous empirical approach and a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration. Whitehouse's contributions to the field of anthropology have helped to deepen our understanding of the origins and functions of religious practices.