The Anthropology of Elites Power, Culture, and the Complexities of Distinction
Description
Offering insightful anthropological-historical contributions to the understanding of elites worldwide, this book helps us grasp their ways of life and role in times of contested global inequalities. Case studies include the Polish gentry, the white former colonial elite of Mauritius, professional elites, and transnational (financial) elites.
Keywords
Social ScienceAnthropologyCultural & SocialSociologySocial Classes & Economic DisparityBusiness & EconomicsLabor
2012Book
Author(s)J. Abbink, Tijo Salverda
PublisherPalgrave Macmillan US
ISBN9781137290540
LanguageEnglish
