Written by a prominent scholar in the field, Mirror for Humanity is designed to provide a concise, up-to-date inexpensive introduction to cultural anthropology, carefully balancing coverage of core topics with contemporary changes in the field. Since no single or monolithic theoretical perspective orients this book, instructors with a wide range of views and approaches are able to use it effectively. Mirror for Humanity's combination of shorter length, lower cost, and readability make it the perfect match for cultural anthropology professors who wish to supplement their text with ethnographies.