First published in 1898, this pioneering work in the field of anthropology remains a classic of the discipline. The author, Alfred Cort Haddon, was a prominent British anthropologist who conducted fieldwork in the Torres Strait and elsewhere. The book covers a wide range of topics, including race, religion, and art. Suitable for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the human condition.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.