1. On ethnographic sincerity
- Author
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Jackson, John L., Jr.
- Subjects
Anthropological research -- Political aspects ,Anthropologists -- Practice ,Anthropologists -- Beliefs, opinions and attitudes ,Sincerity -- Research ,Engagement (Philosophy) -- Research ,Anthropology/archeology/folklore - Abstract
It is believed that sincerity and humor are linked ways of politicizing the interactions that support all ethnographic encounters. This politicization is contrasted with traditional anthropological preoccupations with authenticity. Several anthropologists now call for a renewed guildwide investment in the political implications of their efforts.
- Published
- 2010