Purity and Danger , by Mary Douglas. Witchcraft, Oracles and Magic among the Azande , by E. E. Evans-Pritchard. The End of Magic , by Ariel Glucklich. Additional selected readings on electronic and library reserve. This course can also satisfy the Second Writing Requirement .
Regular attendance is required.
I will permit one unexcused absence. A second unexcused absence will reduce your participation grade by one-half. A third and subsequent unexcused absences will reduce your final course grade by one letter grade for each such absence. A sign-up sheet will be distributed in the first couple of class sessions so you can each sign up for two days on which you will be a lead discussant. You do not need to make a formal presentation, but should be prepared to take more of a leading role in discussing that day's assigned readings.