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  • Antique Works of Art from Benin Collected by Lieutenant-General Pitt Rivers

    by Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt-Rivers ...
    Benin is situated on the Guinea Coast, near the mouth of the Niger, in latitude 6·12 north, and longitude 5 to 6 east. It was discovered by the Portuguese at the end of the fourteenth or commencement of the fifteenth centuries. The Portuguese were followed by the Dutch and Swedes, and in 1553 the first English expedition arrived on the coast, and established a trade with the king, who received ... Read more

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  • Conscience & Fanaticism: An Essay on Moral Values

    by George Henry Lane Fox Pitt-Rivers ...
    "Conscience & Fanaticism: An Essay on Moral Values" by George Henry Lane Fox Pitt-Rivers delves into the intricate relationship between moral values and human behavior. The author explores how conscience shapes individual actions and societal norms, emphasizing the importance of moral reasoning in guiding ethical decisions. Pitt-Rivers presents a compelling argument that while conscience can lead ... Read more

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  • The Evolution of Culture

    by Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt Rivers ...
    These Essays, or rather Lectures, contain the first-fruits of the earliest systematic attempt to apply the theory of Evolution to the products of human handiwork. In their original form they have long been difficult to obtain; and they are reprinted now to supply the needs of candidates for the Oxford Diploma in Anthropology, and of the numerous visitors to the Pitt-Rivers Museum in Oxford. But ... Read more

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  • The Evolution of Culture, and Other Essays

    by Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt-Rivers ...
    It was about the middle of last century that an officer in Her Majesty’s Army began to apply the lessons which he had learnt in the course of some of his professional experimental work to studies pursued by him as a hobby in a far wider field of science. The story of the famous ethnographical collection of Colonel Lane Fox is well known, and I need but briefly refer to it. During his ... Read more

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  • Antique Works of Art from Benin

    Collected by Lieutenant-General Pitt Rivers

    by Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt-Rivers ...
    In "Antique Works of Art from Benin," Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt-Rivers presents a meticulous exploration of the rich artistic heritage of the Benin Kingdom. Through a blend of descriptive prose and analytical critique, Pitt-Rivers offers insight into the intricate craftsmanship of Benin's artifacts, emphasizing their aesthetic significance and cultural context. The work emerges during a period ... Read more

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  • Conscience & Fanaticism

    Exploring the Intersection of Beliefs and Extremism

    by George Henry Lane Fox Pitt-Rivers ...
    In "Conscience & Fanaticism," George Henry Lane Fox Pitt-Rivers deftly navigates the intricate interplay between moral conviction and extreme belief, employing a rich literary style that deftly combines philosophical inquiry with sociocultural analysis. The text is rooted in the intellectual milieu of the late 19th century, a time of burgeoning scientific rationalism that challenged established ... Read more

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  • The Evolution of Culture, and Other Essays

    Exploring the Evolution of Human Societies and Cultural Heritage

    by Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt-Rivers ...
    In "The Evolution of Culture, and Other Essays," Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt-Rivers explores the intricate relationship between culture and human evolution, presenting a series of essays that delve into anthropology, archaeology, and sociology. Through meticulous analysis and a comparative approach, Pitt-Rivers illuminates the ways in which cultural practices evolve over time, influenced by both ... Read more

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  • Evolution of the Culture

    by Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt Rivers ...
    These Essays, or rather Lectures, contain the first-fruits of the earliest systematic attempt to apply the theory of Evolution to the products of human handiwork. In their original form they have long been difficult to obtain; and they are reprinted now to supply the needs of candidates for the Oxford Diploma in Anthropology, and of the numerous visitors to the Pitt-Rivers Museum in Oxford. But ... Read more

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  • On the Development and Distribution of Primitive Locks and Keys

    by Pitt-Rivers ...
    On the Development and Distribution of Primitive Locks and Keys is a comprehensive and scholarly exploration of the origins, evolution, and geographical spread of early locking mechanisms. Authored by Lieut.-Col. Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt-Rivers, a pioneering figure in archaeology and anthropology, the book delves into the fascinating history of locks and keys from their most rudimentary forms ... Read more

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  • Antique Works of Art from Benin, West Africa

    by Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt-Rivers ...
    This edition features illustrations.Extract...The subject of this paper was the discovery, mostly in the king’s compound and the Juju houses, of numerous works of art in brass, bronze, and ivory... ... Read more

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  • The Evolution Of Culture And Other Essays

    by Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt-Rivers--The Project Gutenberg eBook ...
    The Evolution Of Culture And Other Essays by Augustus Henry Lane-Fox Pitt-Rivers--The Project Gutenberg eBook. ... Read more

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