Learn how to establish healthy boundaries in all aspects of life with this guide by licensed counselor and relationship expert Nedra Glover Tawwab. Using techniques rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy, this book helps readers identify and express their needs without apology, leading to greater self-care and healthier relationships.
The book 'The Yezidis: A Study in Survival' by John S. Guest explores the survival of the Yezidis, a small community in the Middle East, in the face of cultural assimilation. The Yezidis were often dismissed as devil-worshipping troublemakers by their nominal rulers and were outlaws. The book delves into the mystery of how this small group managed to survive despite the constant challenges and threats they faced.
This page features two books that explore the cultural significance of language and the alphabet. 'The Language Myth' challenges the idea that language is an innate human instinct, while 'The Letter and the Cosmos' examines how the alphabet has shaped Western civilization and our perception of the world. Both books offer compelling insights into the cultural tools that shape our worldview.
The article discusses two books related to Anthropology. The first book, 'Economies and Cultures: Foundations of Economic Anthropology' by Richard Wilk and Lisa Cliggett, provides an overview of economic anthropology and its unique strengths and vision. The second book, 'The Creative Spark: How Imagination Made Humans Exceptional' by Agustin Fuentes, explores the role of creativity in making humans exceptional among all species on Earth. The article highlights the relevance of economic anthropology to applied anthropology and identifies other avenues for interaction with economics, sociology, and other social and behavioral sciences.