Morality: An Anthropological Perspective provides the first account of anthropological approaches to the question of morality. By considering how morality is viewed and enacted in different cultures, Morality takes a closer look at some of the most central questions of the morality debates of our time.

"Morality: An Anthropological Perspective" provides the first account of anthropological approaches to the question of morality. By considering how morality is viewed and enacted in different cultures, and how it is related to key social institutions such as religion, law, gender, sexuality and medical practice, "Morality" takes a closer look at some of the most central questions of the morality debates of our time. The book is accessibly written and combines theory with practical case studies for student use. Drawing on anthropological, philosophical and general social scientific literature, the book will be useful for both undergraduate students and researchers.

"An enterprising, highly useful, and wide-ranging survey of an important emerging field. - James Laidlaw, University of Cambridge The book is wide-ranging, informative, and provides a useful overview for those wishing to learn more about a key emerging field. - Alexandra Hall, Durham University With generous attention to a diverse range of ethnographies, the author reveals the promises and problems of morality in anthropological research. - Patrik Lundh, University of California at Santa Cruz Essential for any library serving a graduate department of anthropology. - J. Stauder, Choice Magazine"