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The Human Revolution An Evening Class Introduction to Anthropology with Chris
Knight, Professor of Anthropology, Researchers into the origins of human language, mythic narrative and ritual have recently made exciting discoveries. It is now known that symbolic culture began emerging in Africa some 100,000 years ago, in a social revolution whose echoes can still be heard in mythic narratives and ritual traditions from around the world. This course is a general introduction to anthropology including the latest findings from palaeogenetics, evolutionary biology, primatology, rock art research and archaeology. There will be a strong emphasis on Native American, African and Australian Aboriginal mythology. Lectures during the summer term will cover the history of anthropology and archaeology, including past and present debates where these have contemporary relevance. You will be expected to read intensively and work on at least one long essay or other project. However, the course should also be enjoyable: the community centre is centrally located, with good local pubs, and there is always time for discussion and socialising. You will also have an opportunity to participate in a number of field trips and conferences. Anthropology – the study of human life – is the most interesting of all subjects, and discussions on the issues it raises are invariably lively. |
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Vegetarian hot meals served here, in the St. Martin’s Community centre, on Tuesday evenings from 6.30 to 6.45pm. You are invited to come early, socialise and discuss anthropology over your meal! Tuesdays, 6.45 - 9.00 pm. St. Martin's Community Centre, 43 Carol St., London NW1 (Camden Town tube). LECTURES BEGIN PROMPTLY AT 6.45 pm. To avoid disrupting lectures, please arrive for registration each evening not later than 6.30pm. For the current course fees, click here. The course can also lead to a University Certificate in Anthropology |
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