Perseus Academic: Medical Anthropology in Ecological Perspective by Ann McElroy

Reviews:

“I have used Medical Anthropology in Ecological Perspective on numerous occasions and it is close to my ideal for a textbook in anthropology. Its perspectives in ecology, evolution, and biocultural interpretation are in the forefront of the biomedical and social sciences. I should be proud to have written it myself.”
—Michael Little, Binghamton University, SUNY

“McElroy and Townsend's textbook is a classic, and remains the best overall introduction to medical anthropology available. It is engagingly and clearly written, covering a broad range of topics from biocultural and evolutionary perspectives. I wouldn't consider using any other text to introduce students to this fascinating field of study.”
—Katherine A. Dettwyler, University of Delaware

“The ecological perspective has proven its utility for understanding health and healing across cultures and through the major health transitions. The new edition of McElroy and Townsend retains the classic ecological approach while updating and expanding treatment of the major topics adding illustrative and contemporary case studies; it continues to be in the very first rank of medical anthropology texts.”
—Lawrence Schell, University at Albany, SUNY

Praise for the previous edition:

"Medical Anthropology in Ecological Perspective is one of those rare texts that should be required reading for students in medical anthropology, medical sociology and medical school."
— Heléna Ragoné, University of Massachusetts

"McElroy and Townsend continue to provide a complete and authoritative ecological perspective that is essential for interpreting medical anthropology. They have been able to capture the essentials of the discipline in an interesting and informative manner."
— George Armelagos, Emory University