Edward Tylor (Anthropologist)

Edward Tylor was a 19th-century British anthropologist best known for his work in defining culture and the study of social evolution. He proposed that cultures develop in stages, from simple to complex forms, which he viewed as a progression of human societies. In his book "Primitive Culture," he introduced the idea that culture encompasses beliefs, practices, and knowledge, which are passed down through generations. Tylor's emphasis on the importance of understanding different cultures influenced the field of anthropology, laying the groundwork for future research in cultural diversity and social practices.