Anthropology: Learning from Cultural Diversity

Every year, the Southern province of Limburg in the Netherlands celebrates Carnaval. What are the philosophical underpinnings of Carnaval in Limburg?

This article analyses the kinship structures in the Dutch hamlet of Heugem in 1796. The kinship analysis uses a social network to visualise relationships.

Why is Friday the 13th considered to be unlucky? What is paraskevidekatriaphobia and on what do scientists say about this auspicious day?

Central-Australian aboriginal art symbols tell a complex story about the relationship between the people, their culture and their land

Water temples in Bali combine rational engineering with non-rational religion to manage the complex irrigation system that feeds the famous sawahs.

The people of Vanuatu create fascinating sand drawings or 'sandroing'. This article discusses their creation, purpose and deeper meaning.

Scientist and professionals from many fields of endeavour study magiciand and their performances. Perspectives on Magic discusses their work and what we can learn from magic.

Traditional Aboriginal art is a popular keepsake for toursist. This article describes the levels of meaning of Aboriginal art.