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112 pp.
| Oxford
| February, 1999
|
LibraryISBN 0-19-511679-8$$21.00
(3)
YA
Oxford Portraits in Science series.
Mark looks at Mead's work in South Pacific cultures, which formed the basis for new theories about personality development, family, and gender roles in American society. This engaging biography of one of the twentieth century's most influential women has the depth of detail needed to attract older readers, along with plenty of quotes and boxed enrichment sections. A chronology is included. Bib., ind.