An Introduction To Social Anthropology is a comprehensive book for student studying Sociology and Anthropology. The book gives the student an introduction to topics like anthropology, ethnology and philosophy. It is essential for candidates applying for the IAS exams.
Makhan Jha is currently a professor of Anthropology at the UGC center of advanced study, Department of Anthropology, Ranchi University, Ranchi. He is the author of nearly 30 books which have been published. Among them are An Introduction To Social Anthropology, Complex Societies and Other Anthropological Essays, Glimpses of Tribal Life, India and Nepal: Sacred Centers of Anthropological Researches and Sacred Complex of Kathmandu, Nepal.
I'd bought this book at the start of my first year whilst pursuing my Bachelors in Anthropology. The book covers almost all one needs to know in social anthropology during their bachelors. It helps me with some other classes as well. I wouldn't say only study using this book, but I would recommend to use this book as a start to exploring each topic. It is very well written and the language is extremely simple and easy to understand, as compared to others books available in the market.