This course examines reading and writing from an anthropological perspective. It looks at how writing originated based on archeological evidence and at the sociocultural consequences of this invention. Then it explores various writing systems around the world as well as the effects of the introduction of literacy in societies.

Prerequisite(s): One of Anthropology 1020 (formerly Anthropology 1020E), Anthropology 1027A/B, Linguistics 2288A/B or permission from the instructor.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours.