Archaeology: The Basics

Archaeology: The Basics
ISBN-10
1317542754
ISBN-13
9781317542759
Series
Archaeology
Category
Social Science
Pages
288
Language
English
Published
2015-05-15
Publisher
Routledge
Author
Clive Gamble

Description

Now in an updated third edition, Archaeology: The Basics provides a straightforward and engaging introduction to the world of Archaeology. This book answers key questions about how and why we practice archaeology and examines the theories and themes underpinning the subject. Fully updated, this new edition includes a wide range of examples and new material on key growth areas including: * Evolutionary approaches in current archaeology * The archaeology of landscape and place * The impact and value of archaeology * Conflict archaeology and the politics of the past With 12 new illustrations, four new boxes and additional case studies this text is essential reading for all those beginning to study archaeology and anyone who has ever questioned the past.

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