Franz Boas

Discover the extraordinary life of Franz Boas, a pivotal figure in anthropology and a prominent intellectual of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Authored by Rosemary Lévy Zumwalt, this engaging biography, published by the University of Nebraska Press in 2019, spans 277 pages and delves into Boas's early years, beginning with his birth in 1858 and concluding with his resignation from the American Museum of Natural History in 1906. This first volume of a two-part series offers an insightful exploration of Boas's contributions to the field, his challenges against racism, and his profound influence on cultural anthropology. Ideal for readers interested in the history of anthropology and the evolution of social thought, this book is a must-have for your collection.