Description
Book SynopsisNow in its third edition, Introducing Archaeology continues to be a lively and approachable textbook for introductory-level students. Covering traditional elements of archaeology, including methods and prehistory, the new edition also opens up greater conversations about the current state of archaeology, discussing issues of representation, inclusion, and diversity in the field. The authors highlight recent developments in digital and public archaeology, as well as the social and political contexts of doing archaeological fieldwork. A new prologue challenges common misconceptions about archaeology portrayed by mainstream media. The result is a book that encourages students to critically examine the present by investigating the archaeological past.
The third edition features over 50 full-color images and is accompanied by updated instructor materials and student resources. For more information see www.introducingarchaeology.com.
Table of ContentsList of Figures List of Tables List of Text Boxes Note to Instructors Note to Students Acknowledgments About the Authors Preface to the Third Edition Prologue: It's More Than Viking Hoards, Shipwrecks, and Lovers Entangled in Death 1. Situating Archaeology 2. Looking at Archaeology’s Past 3. Managing Archaeology in the Early Twenty-First Century 4. Comprehending the Archaeological Record 5. Working in the Field 6. Working in the Laboratory 7. Reconstructing Culture History 8. Reconstructing Ecological Adaptations 9. Reconstructing the Social and Ideological Aspects of Culture 10. Explaining Things of Archaeological Interest 11. The Archaeology of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow Glossary Bibliography Index
