Culture and AuthenticityWiley, 2008 - 176 pages Authenticity is taken-for-granted as an absolute value in contemporary life. In Culture and Authenticity, Charles Lindholm calls upon anthropological case studies from different cultures, historical material, and comparative philosophy, to explore how notions of authenticity develop, what forms it takes, and how it changes over time.
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... actually the result of self - delusion and pride ? Couldn't the unpretentious man actually be sinfully proud of his modesty , couldn't the believer persuaded of his sincerity actually be the worst of hypocrites , capable of lying even ...
... actually the result of self - delusion and pride ? Couldn't the unpretentious man actually be sinfully proud of his modesty , couldn't the believer persuaded of his sincerity actually be the worst of hypocrites , capable of lying even ...
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... actually originate in bars , nor was it first played on the pedal steel guitar . It actually began in fiddling contests that were much like modern - day wrestling matches , pitting good guys against bad guys . Arguably the first country ...
... actually originate in bars , nor was it first played on the pedal steel guitar . It actually began in fiddling contests that were much like modern - day wrestling matches , pitting good guys against bad guys . Arguably the first country ...
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... actually derive from different South American terroirs and are blended in a manner reminiscent of grand cru wine . By relying on exquisite craftsmanship in the production of ornate chocolate confections and on tastings , which instruct ...
... actually derive from different South American terroirs and are blended in a manner reminiscent of grand cru wine . By relying on exquisite craftsmanship in the production of ornate chocolate confections and on tastings , which instruct ...
Contents
Authenticity and Music | 25 |
Seeking Authenticity in Travel and Adventure | 39 |
The Commodification of Authenticity | 52 |
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