ANTH 3600
Studies in Anthropology and Indigenous Peoples
Problems in the interpretation and analysis of various forms of encounters between indigenous peoples and colonizing powers will be examined. Topics may include patterns and practices of contact, cultural syncretism, conquest, domination, relations of ruling, cultural hegemony, resistance and non-compliance.
Topics
- patterns and practices of contact
- cultural syncretism
- conquest
- domination
- relations of ruling
- cultural hegemony
- resistance and non-compliance
Course catalogue
2017
Readings
- Simpson, Audra. (2014). Mohawk Interruptus: Political Life Across the Borders of Settler States. Duke University Press. ISBN: 978-0-8223-5655-4 This book has been ordered at Octopus Books:
- 116 Third Avenue Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1S 2K1 613-233-2589
- Wilson, Shawn. (2010). Research Is Ceremony: Indigenous Research Methods. Winnipeg: Fernwood Publishing.
Prerequisites & course information
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the instructor. Lecture three hours a week.