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A Brief History of Archaeology: Classical Times to the Twenty-First Century
by Brian M. Fagan Price: $46.40ISBN: 0131776983 ISBN-13: 9780131776982 Edition: illustrated edition Data published: 2004 Publisher: Prentice Hall All Customer Reviews Read more |
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Description of the Book: A Brief History of Archaeology: Classical Times to the Twenty-First Century
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This brief but comprehensive book tells the story of how archaeology changed from a romantic adventure into a science. Its vivid narrative combines tales of archaeological discovery with the changing social conditions and theoretical perspectives that helped turn archaeology into a sophisticated discipline. Containing a simple, jargon-free style—and a lifetime of teaching experience—this writer shares with readers his unrivaled experience as an archeologist and an author. Unique coverage includes both major discoveries, and significant, theoretical and methodological developments of the history of archaeology—from a global perspective. For anyone interested in an interpretation of our archeological past that will yield an understanding of today—its beginnings, and the ideas that nurtured it.
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Details of the Book: A Brief History of Archaeology: Classical Times to the Twenty-First CenturyAuthor: Brian M. Fagan Number Of Pages: 304 Binding: Paperback ISBN-10: 0195126513 ISBN-13: 9780131776982 Language: English Amazon Sales Rank: 515890 Publication Date: 2004 Publisher: Prentice Hall Package Dimensions: 0.50 x 8.80 x 5.80 inches |
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