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David Graeber on Marcel Mauss’ “The Gift”
2016
Insightful lecture by renowned social anthropologist David Graeber at SOAS University of London. Social Anthropology Conference.
In light of Jane Guyer’s recently published translation “The Gift: Expanded Edition”, Graeber reflects on the continued relevance of Marcel Mauss and his 1925 magnum opus within social anthropology and beyond.
This series of lectures includes:
Lecture #1: Marilyn Strathern 
• Marilyn Strathern on Marcel Mauss’ “T…
Lecture #2: Marshal Sahlins • Marshall Sahlins on Marcel Mauss’ “Th…
Lecture #3: David Graeber on Marcel Mauss’ “The Gift”
Lecture #4: Discussion
Conference participants: Jane Guyer, Marshall Sahlins, Marilyn Strathern, Maurice Bloch, Jonathan Parry, Keith Hart, David Graeber, Jacob Copeman, Kostas Retsikas, and Giovanni da Col.