Historical Archaeology - Why the Past Matters (Hardcover)

What is historical archaeology and why is it important? Well-known archaeologist Barbara Little addresses these key questions for introductory students in this concise, inexpensive, and well-written text. Little covers the goals of historical archaeological work, the kinds of questions it asks, and the ethical and political concerns it raises. She shows what historical archaeology can provide that neither of its parent disciplines can offer alone. Little offers brief snapshots of key American sites: Jamestown, Mission San Luis, West Oakland, the African American Burial Ground, and the Garbage Project, among others. And she shows how historical archaeology is inextricably linked to public education, justice issues, and our collective understanding of the past. As an introductory guide for historical archaeology and similar courses, or as thought-provoking reading for professionals, this volume is unmatched in quality and scope.

General

Imprint:	Left Coast Press Inc
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	2007
First published:	2007
Authors:	Barbara J. Little
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 18mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	208
ISBN-13:	978-1-59874-022-6
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Archaeology > General
LSN:	1-59874-022-9
Barcode:	9781598740226

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