Archaeological Theory: An Introduction - eBook

Name: Archaeological Theory: An Introduction - eBook
Brand: Wiley-Blackwell
SKU: 22478EB
Price: 106.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Author: Matthew Johnson
ISBN: 9781444360417

By: Matthew Johnson

Product Description

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Archaeological Theory, 2^nd 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

Product Information

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Title: Archaeological Theory: An Introduction - eBook
By: Matthew Johnson
Format: DRM Protected ePub
Vendor: Wiley-Blackwell
Publication Date: 2011

ISBN: 9781444360417
ISBN-13: 9781444360417
Series: Wiley Desktop Editions
Stock No: WW22478EB

Author Bio

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Matthew Johnson is Professor of Archaeology at the University of Southampton. He has taught at the University of Sheffield, St. David's University College, Lampeter, and at Durham University. His previous books include Housing Culture: Traditional Architecture in an English Landscape (1993), An Archaeology of Capitalism (1996, Blackwell), and Ideas Of Landscape (2006, Blackwell).