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Paul Mercier's "Histoire de l'anthropologie" (History of Anthropology), published in its second edition in 1984, offers a comprehensive overview of the development of anthropological thought from its pre-disciplinary origins to the contemporary trends of the time. The book explores the intellectual currents, key figures, and evolving methodologies that have shaped the discipline. Mercier examines the influence of philosophical, social, and historical contexts on the emergence of anthropological theories and practices. He traces the trajectory of anthropological inquiry from early evolutionary perspectives to the rise of functionalism, structuralism, and other influential schools of thought. The work provides a critical analysis of the discipline's history, highlighting its internal debates and its engagement with broader intellectual and social movements.

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