Andrew Lang, J. J. Atkinson

Social Origins and Primal Law (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Primal Laws of Human Societies

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Social Origins and Primal Law is a compelling anthology that explores the intersections of anthropology, sociology, and law through a curated selection of essays. The collection captures a diversity of literary styles, with pieces that range from analytical discourses to compelling narrative explorations of early societies and their legal systems. It offers an incisive look at the mechanisms of social order, kinship, and legal evolution before modern codifications, inviting readers to reflect on the shared societal origins that underpin contemporary legal frameworks. The contributing authors, including the renowned Andrew Lang and J. J. Atkinson, bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this collection. By merging perspectives from folklore, anthropology, and early legal studies, they illuminate the primal underpinnings of societal norms and governance. This anthology aligns with historical and cultural movements focused on understanding societal development through interdisciplinary lenses, enriching the readers' comprehension of how various societies have evolved culturally and legally over time. This anthology is an invaluable resource for those seeking to understand the complexities of societal evolution through a broad range of scholarly insights. Readers are encouraged to engage with the collection for its educational significance and its ability to foster dialogue among thinkers dedicated to unraveling the intricate tapestry of human society. Through its rich and varied perspectives, it stands as a testament to the profound, interconnected origins of human social structures.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 340
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664592064
• Artikelnr.: 58435761

Autorenporträt

Andrew Lang (1844 - 1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him. Lang is now chiefly known for his publications on folklore, mythology and religion. The interest in folklore was from early life; he read John Ferguson McLennan before coming to Oxford, and then was influenced by E. B. Tylor. The earliest of his publications is Custom and Myth (1884). In Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887) he explained the "irrational" elements of mythology as survivals from more primitive forms. Lang's Making of Religion was heavily influenced by the 18th century idea of the "noble savage": in it, he maintained the existence of high spiritual ideas among so-called "savage" races, drawing parallels with the contemporary interest in occult phenomena in England. His Blue Fairy Book (1889) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was followed by many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang's Fairy Books. In the preface of the Lilac Fairy Book he credits his wife with translating and transcribing most of the stories in the collections. Lang examined the origins of totemism in Social Origins (1903).