Anthropology papers

The paper examines the massive effects the black plague had on society: including social, physical, psychological, religious, economical effects, and even influence in art and literature.

This paper is on the culture of Hawaii, focusing on Hawaiian art and culture.

This paper review Voltaire's "Candide" and discusses human nature, utopia and organized religions.

This paper examines the way the media aids in the construction of identities.

This paper shows how three tribes teach independence to their children.

Research paper on the effects of home-based counseling for at-risk African American students.

An in depth look at the social, political, geographic and economic influences on being Japanese.

A detailed description on the concept of "economic man" from its origins until today.

This paper explores the myth of the city of Atlantis.

A look into attitudes about parenting and how they affect child upbringing with special reference to African mothers.

A descriptive analysis of the country Israel, its history, geography and society.

Analysis pf the cultural differences between American and Canadian society.

Examines the early European conquest of the world, using Shakespeare's "The Tempest" as an example of the process of invasion.

An analysis of how Campbell relates the political relationships and political values of the Sarakatsani shepherds to the cycle of their economic life and their kinship relationships.

Examines the historical development of Islamic economics, especially the prohibition on the payment of interest (riba) and the mandatory tax on assets (zakat) that aided the poor.

A look at the role and significance of Islam in Muslim society.

This paper discusses the many advantages and disadvantages of being involved in an arranged marriage. There is also an interview with a young woman from Bangladesh who will be in an arranged marriage after she returns to her country upon graduating colle

Discusse the subject of contraceptive use in Kenya.

An essay that looks at the background and history of gladiatorial combat in ancient Rome.

A look at the feature of healing in many religions.

A detailed review of the Piazza San de Marco in Venice.

An examination of past Indian society and caste system and its relation to today's society.

A look at the acculturation problems faced by the Hopi people in modern American society.

An examination of ancient Egyptian jewelery, how it was made and the meaning it held.

A look at past and present Australian government policies that address the issue of Aboriginal Health.

An analysis of Indian expression of imagery and symbolism.

A comparison of the circumcision of females in African and Asian cultures and the circumcision of males in the United States.

An examination of Quakerism and assimilation into American society.

A history and analysis of the city of Fez, Morocco.

A look at architectural design, the Horyuji temple in Japan, and how it reflects culture

A look at how the role of women in ancient Indian society is reflected in the "Mahabharata", the Hindu religious text.

A look at the importance of gift exchange in various societies.

A comparison of patterns of conflict resolution in societies.

An examination of ancient Chinese foot binding customs and their significance.

For most of us incest is considered taboo. When and why is incest acceptable?

The author examines marriage in societies where transfer of resources is a requirement for the ceremony.

A look at legislation in India concerning women and marriage.

A look at the symbolic meaning behind the architecture of rooms in the Maltese culture as a reflection of their image.

A look at Malay political culture from Anthony Milner's perspectives.

A paper on the palaeolithic site at Tanzania.

A look at Female Gentalia Mutilation in Kenya.

An examination of the treatment of the Mormon people during the 19th century.

A look at the ideology and symbolic meaning behind jeans and how this has changed over time.

A look at the role and influence of women in ancient Mali as seen through the folk tale called "Sundiata".

A discussion of how Africa was seen through European eyes FROM 600 BCE to the arrival of the Portuguese. A look at attitudes and approaches of the Europeans towards the Africans.

A critical review of China's one child per family population policy with emphasis on its achievements and downfalls.

This paper critically examines Socrates' most well known concepts about happiness, freedom and God's will.

A look at the treatment of Native American's rights under the U.S. constitutional law.

A look at how the traits of the Maguindanaon are portrayed in their literature.

A look at Japanese women throughout Japanese history and their role and function, as compared to modern day Japan.

Interviews with women who have survived FGM.

A complete examination of the issue including history, statistics and arguments for and against the procedure.

A look at the historical function of the Geisha and reasons for their decline in popularity.

An anthropological study of Yanomami, the indigenous tribes of Brazil and Venezuela, and how they have been exploited.

A discussion of the history, popularity and influence of tattoos in American culture.

A look at this cultural group which has managed to live successfully together without murder or violence.

How Indonesia's motto - Unity in Diversity - is put into practice, and why it is not a repressive system.

A comparison of the approaches of Sigmund Freud and A. R. Radcliffe-Browne.

An analysis of Plato's "Atlantis" and what it might have been like.

An examination of the history and influence of demonology, emphasizing the Christian conception of demons from antiquity to the present.

Discusses Margaret Mead's contributions to national character studies.

Paper discussing the contributions of Auguste Comte and Emile Durkheim in this field.

This paper discusses not only the history and custom of Amish barn raisings, but deals with theoretical work on feasting that often accompanies group work projects in less "modern" cultures.

An analysis and comparison of the theories of Max Weber and Thorstein Veblen.

A look at Erik Erikson's "Theory of Identity Formation" and how it can be used to better understand the Amish culture.

A look at the work of modern anthropologist, Daniel Miller, which highlights and studies routine shopping practices.

An overview of polygamy, including its causes, the different types, an examination of societies in which it is practiced, and its history in the U.S. (especially within the Mormon sect in Utah).

A lesson in how to do business in a foreign country.

An overview of the history of this cuisine, and how it has impacted on American cuisine in general.

Examines the ways in which Australia is shaped by immigration, with an emphasis on cultural and economic issues.

A detailed cultural analysis of this group in the context of cultural factors.

An anthropological view of the way various different cultures treat death.

A look at the subject in Mowat's novel "Never Cry Wolf" concerning man's relationship with nature.

An analysis of the history of money, and an examination of the different notions and uses of money in the modern world.

A look at how the Amish have adopted alternatives in order to keep their traditional lifestyle with respect to power, agriculture, transportation, and communications.

A description of a party that was held for an eighteen year old girl who signed a four year contract with the army.

A look at Dennis and Barbara Tedlocks' books in order to create a living picture of both the ancient Maya and the contemporary Maya of Guatemala.

A look at evidence of early dentistry methods in Pre-Columbian Mexico, which suggests that native Mesoamericans were part of a very civilized culture.

Examines the link between symbolism and cultural aspects of human non-verbal communication.

A look at the value of Thompson's works and writings on Mayan history and religion.

A look at religion as connected to, the driving force behind, and the reflection of culture.

A look at the Maya creation story which can be found in the "Popol Vuh", and acts as a window into the religious, secular, psychological, and environmental life of the Maya people.

A look at the book as a triumph of the human spirit, as well as a personal narration that offers an insider's view of the social, political, economic, religious, and cultural life of an entire group of people.

A discussion of how, according to Joseph Campbell, the myth and metaphor of religious traditions can help us better understand human behavior.