Julian Steward

Cultural Anthropologist and Ecologist

Julian Steward - Cultural Anthropologist and Ecologist
Born

January 31st, 1902
123 years ago

Died

February 6th, 1972
53 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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Contributed significantly to the field of anthropology through the development of the concept of cultural ecology. Focused on the relationship between culture and environment, emphasizing how environmental factors shape human behavior and social organization. Conducted extensive fieldwork in the Great Basin and among various Native American tribes. Authored influential works, including 'Theory of Culture Change: The Methodology of Cultural Ecology', outlining a framework for understanding cultural adaptation. Helped establish the subfield of ecological anthropology as a distinct area of study.

Developed the concept of cultural ecology

Authored 'Theory of Culture Change'

Conducted fieldwork in the Great Basin

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