Anthropology 235 - Peoples and Cultures of Latin America

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Wheaton College - Massachusetts

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Description:

This course examines the historical traditions and cultural diversity of the Latin American region. Particular attention is given to the creation and expression of regional "popular" cultures byconsidering: ethnicity, gender, social stratification, mass media, religious change,"peasant" societiesand social movements. We discuss these topics in a wider sociopolitical context of colonialism, nation-state formation, rural-urban relations and influences of globalization. (M. Gabriela Torres) Connections: Conx 23003 Modern Latin America

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wheatoncollege.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 285-7722

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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