The Child and Childhood in Folk-Thought (eBook, ePUB) - Chamberlain, Alexander Francis
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In 'The Child and Childhood in Folk-Thought' by Alexander Francis Chamberlain, the author delves into the cultural perceptions and representations of children in folk traditions. Chamberlain explores how childhood is viewed in different societies, shedding light on the roles, myths, and beliefs associated with children. His academic approach combines folklore studies and cultural anthropology, providing a comprehensive analysis of the significance of childhood in various traditional cultures. The book is rich in ethnographic detail and offers insights into the complexities of child-rearing…mehr

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In 'The Child and Childhood in Folk-Thought' by Alexander Francis Chamberlain, the author delves into the cultural perceptions and representations of children in folk traditions. Chamberlain explores how childhood is viewed in different societies, shedding light on the roles, myths, and beliefs associated with children. His academic approach combines folklore studies and cultural anthropology, providing a comprehensive analysis of the significance of childhood in various traditional cultures. The book is rich in ethnographic detail and offers insights into the complexities of child-rearing practices and societal attitudes toward the young. Chamberlain's writing style is scholarly and informative, making this work a valuable resource for scholars and students interested in folklore and childhood studies. Overall, 'The Child and Childhood in Folk-Thought' is a thought-provoking exploration of the cultural construction of childhood that challenges traditional Western conceptions of children and offers a global perspective on the subject.
Autorenporträt
Alexander Francis Chamberlain (1865-1914) was a distinguished American anthropologist and a prominent figure in the development of anthropological studies at the turn of the 20th century. Born in Kenninghall, Norfolk, England, Chamberlain emigrated to the United States and became a notable protégé of Franz Boas, the father of American anthropology. He was a professor of anthropology at Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts and contributed significantly to the field, particularly in the areas of child development and folklore. His seminal work, 'The Child and Childhood in Folk-Thought' (1896), is a comprehensive study of the roles and perceptions of children across different cultures, meticulously examining how societies throughout history have understood childhood. Chamberlain's approach combined rigorous fieldwork with an engaging narrative style, exploring the symbolism, myths, and rituals associated with children and childhood from a comparative perspective. The scholarly significance of Chamberlain's study arises from its interdisciplinary appeal, drawing from anthropology, sociology, psychology, and educational theory to offer insights that are still referenced by scholars today. His dedication to cross-cultural research and his humanistic approach to the study of children solidified his legacy as a pioneer in anthropological thought and as a champion for the importance of cultural context in understanding the developmental stages of human life.