Lost People
David Graeber
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Lost People
Published
2007
Publisher
Indiana University Press
Pages
488
ISBN-13
9780253116994
Description
Betafo, a rural community in central Madagascar, is divided between the descendants of nobles and descendants of slaves. Anthropologist David Graeber arrived for fieldwork at the height of tensions attributed to a disastrous communal ordeal two years earlier. As Graeber uncovers the layers of historical, social, and cultural knowledge required to understand this event, he elaborates a new view of power, inequality, and the political role of narrative. Combining theoretical subtlety, a compelling narrative line, and vividly drawn characters, Lost People is a singular contribution to the anthropology of politics and the literature on ethnographic writing. -- Publisher description.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Lost People?
This edition of Lost People has approximately 488 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Lost People?
For most readers, Lost People typically takes between 10h 10m and 6h 47m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 122,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 8m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 17 days • Estimated word count: 122,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Lost People?
The estimated word count for Lost People is approximately 122,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Lost People?
Lost People was written by David Graeber.
When was Lost People published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.