From gifts to commodities: an introduction to the anthropology of exchange

From gifts to commodities: an introduction to the anthropology of exchange

Write an essay entitled: “From gifts to commodities: an introduction to the anthropology of exchange.” Drawing on two ethnographic examples. Use ethnographic data and observations. Cite at least 10 sources from anthropological literature. You must include substantial reference to relevant anthropological theories and ethnographic material in your essay. Be reflexive in your answers (e.g. it’s OK to use ‘I’!) and, when appropriate, consider including contemporary issues. Ensure that your work fully acknowledges all sources in the body of the text as well as in a complete bibliography. Note that citations are required not only for quoted work, but also for paraphrased ideas that come from others’ work