Stewart Culin
American ethnographer and author of games
Born
Died
1929
97 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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This individual served as an ethnographer and focused on the study of games and cultural practices. Culin published extensively on the anthropology of games, influencing the field with thorough research and analysis. His significant works include "Games of the North American Indians" and contributions to various anthropological journals. Conducted field studies that explored the significance of games within different cultures. Culin's work provided foundational insights into the interplay between culture and play.
Published 'Games of the North American Indians'
Served as curator of the American Section at the University of Pennsylvania Museum
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