Magnus Course
Chair and Professor in social anthropology at the University of Edinburgh. His research focuses on kinship, personhood, power, language, and land in Mapuche communities.
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Feb 13, 2025 • 1h 17min
Magnus Course, "Three Ways to Fail: Journeys Through Mapuche Chile" (U Pennsylvania Press, 2024)
Magnus Course, Chair of Social Anthropology at the University of Edinburgh, shares his enlightening journey with the Mapuche community of Chile, unpacking themes of failure through cultural archetypes like the witch, clown, and usurper. He explores how these figures reflect personal and disciplinary failings while revealing resilience in the face of socio-political struggles. Course also discusses identity dynamics in intercultural education and the Mapuche's relationship with dreams and knowledge, highlighting the ethical complexities within anthropology.
Feb 13, 2025 • 1h 17min
Magnus Course, "Three Ways to Fail: Journeys Through Mapuche Chile" (U Pennsylvania Press, 2024)
Magnus Course, Chair of Social Anthropology at the University of Edinburgh, shares his transformative experiences with the Mapuche people of Chile. He explores the powerful archetypes of the witch, clown, and usurper, revealing how these figures mirror both personal and anthropological failures. The conversation touches on themes of kinship, identity, and the intricate balance between cultural preservation and societal integration. Course also highlights the role of dreams in Mapuche culture as gateways to understanding, showcasing a rich tapestry of narratives that redefine failure as a path to resilience.
