This course seeks to give students an introduction to some important themes in the development of anthropological thought, primarily in the past century in anglophone and francophone traditions. It emphasizes close comparative reading of selections from influential texts by authors who have shaped recent discourse within the social sciences.

Instructor Mr. Eaton, 202 Munroe Hall, tel 443-2551. Office hours Tuesdays 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm, Thursdays 11:30 am -1:00 pm.

Class meetings: Tuesday and Thursday 9:30-10:50 am, Twilight 301. Occasional films Wednesday 7:30 pm Sunderland 110.

Course requirements: midterm, final, two or three response papers, participation in class and in electronic conference discussion.