Male and Female

<p><strong>With a new introduction by Helen Fisher Ph.D. the classic gender study by renowned anthropologist Margaret Mead which delivers pertinent insights into today's battle of the sexes.</strong></p><p>Mead's anthropological examination of seven Pacific island tribes analyzes the dynamics of non-western cultures to explore the evolving meaning of male and female in modern American society. On its publication in 1949 the <em>New York Times</em> declared Dr. Mead's book has come to grips with the cold war between the sexes and has shown the basis of a lasting sexual peace. This edition prepared for the centennial of Mead's birth features introductions by Helen Fisher and Mead's daughter Mary Catherine Bateson. <em>Male & Female</em> remains an extraordinary document of great relevance while Mead's research methods and fieldwork offer a blueprint for scholars in future generations.</p>