2. Edition - December 2009
83.90 Euro
2009. 328 Pages, Hardcover
ISBN-10: 1-4051-0014-1
ISBN-13: 978-1-4051-0014-4 - John Wiley & Sons






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Detailed description
Archaeological Theory, 2nd Edition is the most current and comprehensive introduction to the field available. Thoroughly revised and updated, this engaging text offers students an ideal entry point to the major concepts and ongoing debates in archaeological research.
* New edition of a popular introductory text that explores the increasing diversity of approaches to archaeological theory
* Features more extended coverage of 'traditional' or culture-historical archaeology
* Examines theory across the English-speaking world and beyond
* Offers greatly expanded coverage of evolutionary theory, divided into sociocultural and Darwinist approaches
* Includes an expanded glossary, bibliography, and useful suggestions for further readings

From the contents
List of Figures.

Acknowledgements.

Preface: The Contradictions of Theory.

1. Common Sense is Not Enough.

2. The 'New Archaeology'.

3. Archaeology as a Science.

4. Middle-range Theory, Ethnoarchaeology and Material Culture Studies.

5. Culture and Process.

6. Thoughts and Ideologies.

7. Postprocessual and Interpretive Archaeologies.

8. Archaeology, Gender and Identity.

9. Archaeology and Cultural Evolution.

10. Archaeology and Darwinian Evolution.

11. Archaeology and History.

12. Archaeology, Politics and Culture.

13. Conclusion: The Future of Theory.

Selective Glossary.

Further Reading.

Bibliography.

Index.