Ancient Society
Or, Researches in the Lines of Human Progress from Savagery, through Barbarism to CivilizationBy Lewis Henry Morgan
Length23h 55m
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In "Ancient Society," Lewis Henry Morgan delves into the evolution of human societies, meticulously outlining the progression from primitive communal living to complex social structures. The work is characterized by its blend of anthropology and sociology, employing a comparative approach that reflects the burgeoning interest in evolutionary theory of the 19th century. Morgan's literary style is both analytical and descriptive, providing a thorough examination of kinship systems, social organization, and technological advancements across various cultures. The book serves as a pivotal text in understanding the interplay of culture and social dynamics, establishing foundational concepts that would later influence the field of cultural anthropology. Lewis Henry Morgan, a prominent American anthropologist and social theorist, was deeply influenced by his experiences as a lawyer and his interactions with the Iroquois Nation. His firsthand observations of Indigenous practices and social structures inspired his interest in kinship and societal evolution. Morgan's academic background in law and social justice paralleled his commitment to understanding the underlying principles of social cohesion, leading him to challenge contemporary notions of civilization and progress. "Ancient Society" is essential reading for anyone interested in the roots of human civilization and the development of social institutions. Morgan's groundbreaking ideas continue to resonate in contemporary debates surrounding culture and evolution, offering invaluable insights into the complexities of human relationships. This book invites readers to reflect on the nature of society itself and the universal themes that bind us together across time and space.
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GenrePsychology
Length23 hrs 55 mins
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Publish dateMay 29, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
2PART I. - GROWTH OF INTELLIGENCE THROUGH INVENTIONS AND DISCOVERIES.
3CHAPTER I. - ETHNICAL PERIODS.
4CHAPTER II. - ARTS OF SUBSISTENCE.
5CHAPTER III. - RATIO OF HUMAN PROGRESS.
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6PART II. - GROWTH OF THE IDEA OF GOVERNMENT.
7CHAPTER I. - ORGANIZATION OF SOCIETY UPON THE BASIS OF SEX.
8CHAPTER II. - THE IROQUOIS GENS.
9CHAPTER III. - THE IROQUOIS PHRATRY.
10CHAPTER IV. - THE IROQUOIS TRIBE.
11CHAPTER V. - THE IROQUOIS CONFEDERACY.
12CHAPTER VI. - GENTES IN OTHER TRIBES OF THE GANOWÁNIAN FAMILY.
13CHAPTER VII. - THE AZTEC CONFEDERACY.
14CHAPTER VIII. - THE GRECIAN GENS.
15CHAPTER IX. - THE GRECIAN PHRATRY, TRIBE AND NATION.
16CHAPTER X. - THE INSTITUTION OF GRECIAN POLITICAL SOCIETY.
17CHAPTER XI. - THE ROMAN GENS.
18CHAPTER XII. - THE ROMAN CURIA, TRIBE AND POPULUS.
19CHAPTER XIII. - THE INSTITUTION OF ROMAN POLITICAL SOCIETY.
20CHAPTER XIV. - CHANGE OF DESCENT FROM THE FEMALE TO THE MALE LINE.
21CHAPTER XV. - GENTES IN OTHER TRIBES OF THE HUMAN FAMILY.
22PART III. - GROWTH OF THE IDEA OF THE FAMILY.
23CHAPTER I. - THE ANCIENT FAMILY.
24CHAPTER II. - THE CONSANGUINE FAMILY. (pt. 1)
25CHAPTER II. - THE CONSANGUINE FAMILY. (pt. 2)
26CHAPTER III. - THE PUNALUAN FAMILY. (pt. 1)
27CHAPTER III. - THE PUNALUAN FAMILY. (pt. 2)
28CHAPTER IV. - THE SYNDYASMIAN AND THE PATRIARCHAL FAMILIES.
29CHAPTER V. - THE MONOGAMIAN FAMILY.
30CHAPTER VI. - SEQUENCE OF INSTITUTIONS CONNECTED WITH THE FAMILY.
31NOTE. - MR. J. F. McLENNAN’S “PRIMITIVE MARRIAGE.”
32PART IV. - GROWTH OF THE IDEA OF PROPERTY.
33CHAPTER I. - THE THREE RULES OF INHERITANCE.
34CHAPTER II. - THE THREE RULES OF INHERITANCE—CONTINUED.
35FOOTNOTES.
36INDEX.
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