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Exploring the complexities of cultural distinctions, Radin challenges the binary view of "primitive" versus "civilized" societies. He delves into fundamental concepts such as Goodness, Truth, life's meaning, and death, revealing that primitive cultures possess rich intellectual and moral insights comparable to those of more advanced civilizations. By rejecting the notion of the "noble savage," Radin presents a nuanced understanding of human thought and culture, marking a significant contribution to early anthropological discourse.
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Primitive Man as Philosopher, Paul Radin
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- Primitive Man as Philosopher
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Paul Radin
- Publisher
- Greenpoint Books, LLC
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover with dust jacket
- Pages
- 426
- ISBN13
- 9798886770735
- Category
- Ethnography
- Description
- Exploring the complexities of cultural distinctions, Radin challenges the binary view of "primitive" versus "civilized" societies. He delves into fundamental concepts such as Goodness, Truth, life's meaning, and death, revealing that primitive cultures possess rich intellectual and moral insights comparable to those of more advanced civilizations. By rejecting the notion of the "noble savage," Radin presents a nuanced understanding of human thought and culture, marking a significant contribution to early anthropological discourse.