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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
Paperback: 328 pages
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 2 edition (January 19, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 140510015X
ISBN-13: 978-1405100151
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.6 x 9 inches
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Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
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To any student of of archaeology, from 101 to the professional, Johnson's coverage of archaeological theory is both palatable and engaging. Written in a conversational tone, consider this publication a breath of fresh air after reading some of the more dry and dense literature of theoretical overviews. In addition to being a great first introduction to archaeological theory for undergraduates or advocationalists, it is nonetheless a fantastic read for post-grads and professionals simply looking to review and reflect.
An easy-to-read, comprehensive consideration of major traditions in archaeological theory. Johnson is succinct and explicit, incorporating major scholars, historical influences, issues, critiques, and responses to critiques in each thematic chapter. In the first chapter he does the discipline (indeed, all disciplines) a favor by emphasizing both the importance and inevitability of theory in scientific research in a comprehensible manner. He also incorporates trends from both the American and British archaeological disciplines, considering historical influences that led to the academic divisions, as well as how each has influenced the other. His consideration begins with early trends in cultural history and includes evolutionary, behavioral, processual, and post-processual trends. I especially appreciate his attention to the differences between post-processual and post-modern, and evolution and neo-evolutionary approaches. He includes the work of scholars such as Childe, Binford, Tilley, Marx, Sahlins, and Hodder, and each chapter's case study provides a clear example of the chapter's theme.As a socio-cultural anthropology student, this is going to become my go-to reference book for basic information and reminders on archaeology and the scholars of each tradition. It would also make an excellent book for an introduction to theory for any student of archaeology, and would be accessible to general-level college classes. It was used in my upper-level graduate course as the groundwork for the dense academic articles assigned in tandem with the chapters (yes, we read the entire book). I would also recommend this book for any history enthusiast, dig volunteer, or curious person who desires a better understanding of how our viewpoints, social situations, and bias affect our research.Thank you, Dr. Johnson, for this exceptional textbook! This no-longer confused anthropologist is grateful :)
I was having some difficulty in an Archaeology course and this REALLY helped me understand Theory and application. My grade reflected this!
The book is awesome, but I can't find PAGE NUMBERS in the Kindle version. I"m pretty ticked off. You have to know that's how professors assign readings for textbooks, and this is obviosly a textbook. Fix your issues .
Recommend this to anyone teaching or taking an archaeological theory course and who is looking for well presented introductory material. .
If you're buying this book, it's probably required reading. Fear not! it's not so bad... It could be worse?? maybe?
I bought this book for my kindle because the physical copies were more expensive. Now it was rather disappointing to see that there are no page numbers for this book. This makes trying to keep up with the readings in class pretty annoying as they are organized by page number. I would also have to get my hands on a physical copy to cite the text. All textbooks sold through kindle should include page numbers.
There very up to date book and give you overview and example of research. There are many chapters that are very interested it read.
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