THE CULTURAL BASIS OF PERSONALITY - RALPH LINTON

Discover the fascinating analysis of the relationship between culture and personality in Ralph Linton's classic work. This book, along with "Study of Man", is one of the most important achievements of this outstanding sociologist and cultural anthropologist. Linton, based on his field research, presents the thesis that no individual is able to know the entirety of the culture in which he participates, and his behavior does not reflect all of its patterns. Immerse yourself in Linton's world of thought and understand how culture shapes our perception of the world and our social interactions.

• In-depth analysis of the relationship between culture and personality
• Current theses despite the passage of time
• Insightful research on the influence of the community on the individual
• An attempt to understand the ancient call: "Man, know thyself"
• Classic work of sociology and cultural anthropology

Ralph Linton (1893-1953) was an American sociologist, cultural scientist, and cultural anthropologist, a professor at Columbia University and Yale. He conducted field research on primitive communities, including in Madagascar. His works, including "The Cultural Basis of Personality", form the foundation of modern sociology. Linton argued that society divides its members into different categories, each of which reflects different "sectors of culture". An individual's participation in culture is conditioned by his place in the social structure, i.e. by his status.

The book "The Cultural Basis of Personality" is an attempt to understand how the community influences the individual, not only through a common culture, but also through the different expectations directed at individual members of society, depending on their status. Linton analyzes how culture influences the formation of personality, what social roles we play, and how these roles influence our behavior. His theses, despite the passage of time, remain current and inspiring for further research on the relationships between the individual, culture, and society.

The 2024 edition is an excellent opportunity to familiarize yourself with this classic work in a new, refreshed form. The book has 192 pages and a format of 196x133 mm. The paperback binding makes it light and handy, ideal for reading on the go or at home. The vis-a-vis Etiuda publishing house has ensured high editorial quality, making reading pleasant and comfortable. Immerse yourself in Ralph Linton's world of thought and discover how culture shapes our personality and our social life.