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John D. Kelly is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Chicago. He has a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago, completed in 1988. His research primarily focuses on social theory, capitalism, nation decolonization, and anthropological knowledge, with specific interests in the contexts of Fiji and India. He has explored topics such as ritual history, the dynamics of knowledge and power, and the impact of colonialism and capitalism on decolonization. One of his notable works is 'Represented Communities: Fiji World Decolonization,' co-authored with Martha Kaplan, which examines the formation of nation-states within imperial structures. He is currently engaged in writing several books, including 'Laws Like Bullets,' also co-authored with Kaplan, which discusses colonial lawgiving. His contributions encompass a wide range of publications addressing the intersections of anthropology with history, culture, and social science. Kelly’s scholarly output reflects a commitment to understanding complex social phenomena through a critical anthropological lens. He teaches courses related to his research interests and mentors students in exploring anthropological inquiries.
Department of Philosophy