Oscar Lewis was an American anthropologist renowned for his in-depth studies of life in poverty, particularly within Mexican and Puerto Rican communities. His work is characterized by a profound interest in the lived experiences of individuals and families, captured through detailed fieldwork and oral history. Lewis focused on understanding the complexities of the culture of poverty and how it shapes people's daily lives. His innovative approach to anthropology influenced generations of scholars, and his writings remain a significant resource for comprehending social and cultural phenomena.
"One of the truly seminal works in modern cultural anthropology, Five Families is a dramatic and forceful account of the men, women, and children of five Mexican families and the impoverished communities."
Anthropologist's tape-recorded documentary in which each of five members of a slum-dwelling Mexico City family tells about their lives.
Une famille porto-ricaine dans une culture de pauvreté
fort in-8, broché, couverture illustrée, 816 pp. Edition originale française en service de presse. "San Juan et New York". Traduit de l'anglais par Jean Rosenthal. Très bon état.
Belletristik : USA/Mexiko/Mexiko-City ; Familie.
