Ethnography of Amazonia

3 credits

This course explores ethnographic and theoretical issues in the social anthropological study of indigenous Amazonian peoples. Privileged topics include the exploration of native understanding of sociality, cosmology, selfhood, morality and emotions. The course also addresses issues in regional history, social organization, and political and economic anthropology. ***Prerequisite: ANTH 100 or completion of 12 credit hours or permission of the Department Head.***