The first part of the course analyzes the development of fieldwork methodology in the UK, USA, France, Italy. The different approaches shall be examined in relation to the theories characterizing the various schools. The instructor will subsequently present his own researches showing the relations between theory and practice in his work. The second part shall focus on the contribution of anthropology to the analysis of conflicts. Ethnographic films shall be used as materials for discussion.
Cacopardo, Augusto S., "Pagan Christmas. Winter Feasts of the Kalasha of the Hindu Kush". Gingko Library. London 2016.
English versions of the other prescribed readings are available. Contact the teacher if in need.
