Michèle Duchet’s *Essais d’anthropologie* gathers a series of scholarly essays that explore the intersections of space, language, and history within anthropological inquiry. Drawing on case studies from diverse cultural contexts, the volume examines how linguistic practices shape social identities and how historical narratives are constructed through spatial relations. Contributions address themes such as the role of ethnology in literary analysis, the impact of racism on anthropological theory, and the philosophical underpinnings of cultural difference. By weaving together methodological reflections and empirical research, the work offers a nuanced perspective on the ways anthropology engages with broader social and historical discourses.