Said’s Orientalism, which is widely regarded as one of the most influential works in post-colonial studies, had a major impact on the way we view, discuss and understand Western perceptions of other cultures.Said’s Orientalism, which is widely regarded as one of the most influential works in post-colonial studies, had a major impact on the way we view, discuss and understand Western perceptions of other cultures.
Representation refers to how ideas, beliefs, values, and other aspects of different societies and cultures are imagined, expressed, shared, and understood by others, in both language-based or visual form. This is considered ‘political’ because of considerations linked to who holds the power to create representations; whose voices are heard and amplified; which cultural practices are … Read more
Kek is an ancient Egyptian god associated with the primordial darkness that existed before creation. He is part of the Ogdoad, a group of eight gods who represent the chaos that existed before the universe was formed.
The body is an active agent in the social world, since we act on our world through the medium of the body (Vance).
Anubis was considered the guardian of the dead and the god of embalming. He was believed to guide souls in the afterlife and oversee the weighing of the heart during the judgment of the deceased.
Economic anthropology is a specialized subfield of anthropology that delves into the complex realm of human economic behavior.
Ancient Egyptian jewelry was believed to have magical properties that could provide protection, health, and rejuvenation.
Min, the Ancient Egyptian God of Fertility, is a deity whose roots reach deep into the antiquity of Egyptian civilization.
These ancient Egyptian temples echo the grandeur of a civilization that believed in the power and influence of their deities in every aspect of life.
Anthropology, the study of human societies and cultures, has been shaped and influenced by various thinkers over the years. In the United States, several anthropologists have made significant and important contributions to the field. Let’s delve into the work of some of these famous anthropologists. Lewis H. Morgan: A Founding Father of Modern Anthropology and … Read more
