The Ethnology of Europe by R. G. Latham
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| Author | Latham, R. G. (Robert Gordon), 1812-1888 |
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| LoC No. | 05039820 |
| Title | The Ethnology of Europe |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Ethnology of Europe" by R. G. Latham is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into the various ethnic groups and populations inhabiting Europe, offering observations on their physical characteristics, languages, and intermixing of different races over time. Latham aims to analyze the complex ethnological landscape of Europe, beginning with preliminary observations about its unique physical features and an overview of the main racial stocks that populate the continent. The opening of the book sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Europe’s ethnology by outlining the continent's physical peculiarities and the diverse racial stocks present. Latham emphasizes that Europe's geography has influenced its populations' characteristics and behaviors, making the continent distinct from others. He discusses how various ethnic groups compare, particularly focusing on the Skipetar or Albanians, noting their language, descent, and the extent of intermixture with other races. The introduction lays a foundation for understanding the intricate relationships between geography and ethnicity, which will be examined in subsequent chapters, probing the historical and current complexities of European populations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GN: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Anthropology |
| Subject | Ethnology -- Europe |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43510 |
| Release Date | Aug 19, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 205 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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