ANTH 23115. Peoples & Cultures: Middle East An exploration of the richness and diversity of a particular world culture. Reading and lecture provide the historical background for each culture area and an examination of the contemporary cultures. Generally focused on religious beliefs, econnomics, politics, kinship relationships, gender roles, and medical practices. Consideration of this culture area in the world economic system. Prerequisite: ANTH-11000 or permission of instructor. [C, HSS]