Essentials of Anthropology

Anthropology is the scientific study of humanity which is situated at the intersection between the
natural sciences and the humanities. It is concerned with the study of human behavior, biology and
societies. Anthropology has a wide scope, and its area of application ranges from biology to the
evolutionary history of Homo sapiens. It also deals with the attributes of human society and culture
that differentiate human beings from other animal species. The patterns of human behavior are
studied under social anthropology. Cultural anthropology focuses on the variations in human culture
including values and norms. Linguistic anthropology deals with the influence of language on the
social and cultural aspects of life. Physical anthropology is concerned with the biological
development of humans. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of anthropology which will be
crucial for the holistic understanding of the subject matter. The various sub-fields of anthropology
along with technological progress that have future implications are glanced at herein. This book is an
essential guide for both academicians and those who wish to pursue this discipline further.