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Originally published in 1977, Julian Pitt-Rivers's essay “The Law of Hospitality” explores the complex and often contradictory nature of hospitality across cultures. He argues that hospitality, while seemingly a generous and welcoming act, is inherently ambiguous, simultaneously expressing dominance and submission, inclusion and exclusion. Pitt-Rivers examines the ritualistic aspects of hospitality, highlighting how it establishes social hierarchies and reinforces power dynamics. He analyzes the obligations and expectations associated with both the host and the guest, demonstrating how these roles are carefully negotiated and performed. Drawing on a range of ethnographic examples, the essay deconstructs the notion of hospitality as a purely altruistic practice, revealing its underlying political and social dimensions. Pitt-Rivers concludes that the “law” of hospitality is not a fixed set of rules but rather a fluid and dynamic system that reflects the broader social and cultural context in which it operates.

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