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This article examines the anthropological contributions of Max Gluckman, particularly his focus on the analysis of specific social situations and crises. Kapferer argues that Gluckman's approach, grounded in detailed ethnographic observation and analysis, offers a valuable tool for understanding the dynamics of social life. He highlights Gluckman's emphasis on the interplay of conflict and cohesion, the role of rituals in managing social tensions, and the importance of understanding social processes in their concrete historical and cultural contexts. The article further explores how Gluckman's work prefigured contemporary anthropological concerns with practice theory and the study of everyday life, offering a nuanced perspective on the relationship between structure and agency. Kapferer concludes by suggesting that Gluckman's legacy lies in his commitment to a rigorous, empirically grounded anthropology that remains relevant for understanding the complexities of social life in the 21st century.

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