Crime and Custom in Savage Society

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Exploring the interplay between law and society, Bronislaw Malinowski presents a significant examination of crime and custom within primitive cultures. This work highlights his commitment to establishing anthropology as a rigorous science, emphasizing the importance of methodology in gathering anthropological data. Malinowski's insights reflect his broader efforts to elevate the standards of practice and theory in the field, making this a foundational text for understanding the social structures of "savage" societies.