Description: (Anthropologist, University teacher, Sociologist)
Marvin Harris, a prominent American anthropologist, is recognized for pioneering cultural materialism and environmental determinism. By integrating the theories of Karl Marx and Thomas Malthus, he highlighted the significant influence of demographic and production factors on social structure and culture. Harris's extensive publications, such as The Rise of Anthropological Theory, have greatly influenced scholarly exploration of cultural-ecological relationships in anthropology. He actively participated in academic debates, attracting both supporters and detractors. In his last book, Harris analyzed the political implications of postmodern theory in conjunction with fellow scholars.