The Ethnology of Europe by R. G. Latham

"The Ethnology of Europe" by R. G. Latham is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into the various ethnic groups and populations inhabiting Europe, offering observations on their physical characteristics, languages, and intermixing of different races over time. Latham aims to analyze the complex ethnological landscape of Europe, beginning with preliminary observations about its unique physical features and an overview of the main racial stocks that populate the continent. The opening of the book sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Europe’s ethnology by outlining the continent's physical peculiarities and the diverse racial stocks present. Latham emphasizes that Europe's geography has influenced its populations' characteristics and behaviors, making the continent distinct from others. He discusses how various ethnic groups compare, particularly focusing on the Skipetar or Albanians, noting their language, descent, and the extent of intermixture with other races. The introduction lays a foundation for understanding the intricate relationships between geography and ethnicity, which will be examined in subsequent chapters, probing the historical and current complexities of European populations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Latham, R. G. (Robert Gordon), 1812-1888
LoC No. 05039820
Title The Ethnology of Europe
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class GN: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Anthropology
Subject Ethnology -- Europe
Category Text
eBook-No. 43510
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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