Covers everything there is to know about Timothy Asch from his background and early expeditions to his aims and methodologies. Combines biography with theoretical essays

Looks at some of the best known and most controversial aspects of Asch's career, notably his part in the Napoleon Chagnon's seminal film of the Yanomamo, 'The Ax Fight'

This is the only book specifically on Asch's work, fantastically illustrated with over 50 photos by Asch and his collaborators (many previously unpublished)

Asch's work is familiar to all anthropologists, As well as winning major prizes, he worked on projects including 'The Fierce People', the world's all time best selling anthropology book

Includes an important interview with Asch discussing his life, work and ideas. Many of the essays are written by Asch's former friends, collegues, students and collaborators