Ordering Customs

Kathryn Taylor's "Ordering Customs" delves into the fascinating world of ethnographic thought in Renaissance Venice.

The book explores how Venetians grappled with human difference amidst increasing global interaction and information flow.

Taylor reveals a unique tradition of ethnographic writing that shaped perceptions of religious and cultural diversity.

This tradition influenced Venetian policies towards minority groups, highlighting the practical implications of ethnographic knowledge.

The book challenges conventional views of ethnography's origins, offering a more nuanced understanding of its development.