Histories of Archaeology: A Reader in the History of Archaeology
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Author Description
In recent years there has been an upsurge of interest in the history of the discipline of archaeology. Local, national, and international histories of archaeology that deal with institutions, concepts, categories, and the social and political contexts of archaeological practice have begun to influence the development of archaeological theory. This volume contributes to these developments by reprinting 19 significant papers. Spanning much of the last 200 years and global in coverage and outlook, the papers provide a thorough grounding in the historiography of archaeology, and will enhance understanding of the origins and growth of its theory and practice. A general introduction which is itself a contribution to historiography orients readers by outlining core themes and issues in the field.
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THE THESIS
This volume investigates the evolution of archaeological practice by examining the historical, social, and political contexts that have shaped the discipline over the last two centuries. Christopher H. Evans and Tim Murray curate a collection of 19 foundational papers that analyze how institutional frameworks and theoretical concepts have shifted over time. The authors provide a comprehensive introduction that contextualizes these works within the broader field of historiography, offering a structured approach to understanding the development of archaeological theory.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A collection of 19 significant academic papers spanning 200 years of archaeological history.
- Analysis of the social and political contexts influencing archaeological methodology.
- Global perspectives on the institutional growth of the discipline.
- A critical introduction outlining core historiographical themes and issues.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts identify this volume as a foundational text for students and researchers interested in the history of the discipline. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which serves as a primary resource for understanding the historiographical development of archaeological theory.
Page Count:
496
Publication Date:
2009-04-15
Publisher:
Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
ISBN-10:
0199550085
ISBN-13:
9780199550081
History
Social Science
Archaeology
Historiography
Academic
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