Anthropology of Martial Arts credit:

3 Hours

Cultural anthropology can be used to make sense of martial arts. We will consider versions of martial arts presented in books and movies, forms of sport and athletic performance, and a range of practices oriented by ideals of self-defense or spiritual cultivation. We will examine case studies from the US and around the world, paying particular attention to the association of martial arts with East Asian traditions. Same as ANTH 280 . This course satisfies the General Education Criteria for: Cultural Studies - Non-West Social & Beh Sci - Soc Sci