Lessons from the Past: an Introductory Reader in Archaeology - Softcover

Feder, Kenneth L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 076740453X ISBN 13: 9780767404532

Publisher: Mayfield Publishing Co ,U.S., 1999

Synopsis

This introduction into the field of archaeology is designed to show beginning students how archaeology is applied. The articles are divided into six thematic parts, examining such topics as how studying past societies can help us gain insights into the present; how archaeology can provide a voice fo

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From the Publisher:

The selections included in this anthology focus on issues of significant interest and relevance to students.
Seven biographical sketches of working archaeologists, written specifically for this volume, illustrate the diversity of archaeologists and their pursuits.
A section called "If the Present Were an Archaeological Site" uses humor to explore the serious topic of the role played by archaeological interpretation.
The anthology provides abundant pedagogical support: illustrations, a glossary, an annotated table of contents, an index, part and article introductions, and guiding questions preceding the articles.

Synopsis:

This introduction into the field of archaeology is designed to show beginning students how archaeology is applied. The articles are divided into six thematic parts, examining such topics as how studying past societies can help us gain insights into the present; how archaeology can provide a voice for marginalized peoples that might otherwise remain

About this edition

• Publisher: Mayfield Publishing Co ,U.S.
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 076740453X
• ISBN 13: 9780767404532
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 288