Society: An anthropological perspective

Moffett's paper is an important contribution to the multidisciplinary discussion of the notion of "society." This comment aims to clarify and nuance some points considered important from an anthropological perspective. In particular, it stresses the importance of controlled social interaction and historical dynamics.

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Behavioral and Brain Sciences
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2025-01-01
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https://doi.org/10.1017/s0140525x24001237
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Philosophy and Social Theory
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Society: An anthropological perspective

Laurent Dousset
Behavioral and Brain Sciences
Philosophy and Social Theory
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Society: An anthropological perspective

Laurent Dousset
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Moffett's paper is an important contribution to the multidisciplinary discussion of the notion of "society." This comment aims to clarify and nuance some points considered important from an anthropological perspective. In particular, it stresses the importance of controlled social interaction and historical dynamics.

Behavioral and Brain SciencesVol. 48
University of Lucerne (CH)
Reduced inequalities
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Philosophy and Social Theory
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