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Anthropology & Symbols

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Overview

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This course on Anthropology & Symbols aims to introduce undergraduate students to the basic approaches anthropologists use to study symbols. By the end of the course, students will be able to evaluate theories in anthropology, analyze the structure of myths, and understand the role of symbols in society. The course covers key thinkers such as Levi-Strauss, Freud, Durkheim, and Victor Turner. The teaching method includes lectures on various topics related to symbols and society. This course is intended for undergraduate students interested in anthropology and cultural studies.

Syllabus

Hair Lecture.
Structure of Myth (Levi-Strauss)--Symbols & Society.
Evaluating Theories in Antrhopology.
Abu Lughod Hasham & Tahashsham.
Limitations of Anthropology of Symbols.
Frazer: Symbols & Society.
Durkheim: Symbols & Society.
Intro & Overview of Week 3: Freud.
Freud: Symbols & Society.
Levi-Strauss: intro & overview.
Anthropology & Symbols: Multivocal Symbols (Virgin of Guadalupe).
Multivocal Symbols (ii): Selamatan (Ritual Meal).
Victor Turner: Symbols & Society.
Douglas: Symbols & Society.
Geertz--Religion as a Cultural System.
Ortner, Key Symbols: Symbols & Society.

Taught by

Nicholas Herriman

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