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2025 Spring > UGRD > ANTH > ANTH 368

Myth in Cultural Context

Course #: ANTH 368

Description:
An anthropological analysis and interpretation of myth, using texts from a variety of world cultures, including African, ancient Middle Eastern, Native American, Amazonian, Mediterranean and other traditions as primary materials. The course offers an overview of central problems and issues in the anthropological study of myth, and emphasizes the importance of examining myths within their socio-cultural settings. The course also considers some of the important theoretical perspectives that have been developed within anthropology for the study of myths and folklore.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-req = sophomore standing or permission of instructor

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 10300 TuTh
12:30 - 1:45 pm
Waters,Alan F Wheatley W01-0029
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 35
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = sophomore standing or permission of instructor
Course Attributes: World Cultures