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Bronislaw Kasper Malinowski

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Bronislaw Kasper Malinowski (1884–1942) was a Polish-British anthropologist widely regarded as one of the most important figures in the field of social anthropology. He is known for his influential studies on the Trobriand Islanders of Papua New Guinea, which revolutionized the approach to ethnographic research.

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Noun:

1. Malinowski's groundbreaking ethnographic works continue to shape modern anthropological studies.

2. The theories and methodologies proposed by Bronislaw Kasper Malinowski were instrumental in the development of social anthropology as a distinct discipline.

Adjective:

1. Her research project took on a Malinowskian perspective, emphasizing the holistic study of culture and society.

2. The Malinowski-inspired approach to fieldwork involves immersing oneself in the cultural practices and daily lives of the subjects being studied.

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