description Nur Yalman Overview
Nur Yalman is a Turkish-born social anthropologist who taught at Harvard University. His scholarship includes ethnographic and comparative work on kinship, marriage, caste, religion, and social change, particularly in Sri Lanka and Turkey. He is known for examining how systems of classification, hierarchy, and cultural meaning shape social relations. His work is primarily addressed to students and researchers in anthropology, South Asian studies, and Middle Eastern studies.
insights Ranking position
Nur Yalman ranks #277 of 304 in the Anthropologist ranking, behind Jonathan Hill, ahead of Peter Rivière.
help Nur Yalman FAQ
How good is Nur Yalman?
Nur Yalman scores 6.82/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Anthropologist category. Sri Lankan kinship and caste work respected; narrower visibility.
What are the best alternatives to Nur Yalman?
See our alternatives page for Nur Yalman for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Margaret Mead, Bronisław Malinowski, Edward Tylor.
How does Nur Yalman compare to Margaret Mead?
See our detailed comparison of Nur Yalman vs Margaret Mead with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Nur Yalman worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.82/10, Nur Yalman is a solid option in Anthropologist. See all Anthropologist ranked.
explore Explore More
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
