Roberto DaMatta (born July 29, 1936) is a Brazilian anthropologist. He is an Emeritus (meaning retired) Professor of Anthropology at the University of Notre Dame.[1] DaMatta graduated in History at the Fluminense Federal University and received his Ph.D from Harvard University.
DaMatta is the author of many books including Carnivals, Rogues and Heroes: An Interpretation of the Brazilian Dilemma.[1]