Gods of the Upper Air

"Gods of the Upper Air" offers an engaging history of the birth of cultural anthropology and the scientists who challenged outdated beliefs about race and human diversity. Through the lives and groundbreaking ideas of figures like Franz Boas and his students, the book explores their revolutionary insights that reshaped our understanding of culture, identity, and human unity. Combining vivid storytelling with historical detail, it highlights how these pioneers transformed how we see ourselves and each other in the modern world.