Archaeology: A Concise Introduction
“Archaeology: A Concise Introduction” by Alice Beck Kehoe is a first edition published by Waveland Press on January 3, 2007. This 136-page book offers a lively and balanced introduction to the field of archaeology, covering essential methods and tools while addressing current issues within the discipline. The authors, both experienced archaeologists, draw on their diverse backgrounds to highlight the relevance of archaeology as a science that engages all citizens in understanding and preserving the past.
Readers will find a comprehensive overview that emphasizes the accessibility of archaeology and its career opportunities. The text includes high-interest topics such as famous archaeological sites and notable controversies, making it suitable for students and anyone curious about the field. This edition serves as a valuable resource for introductory anthropology and archaeology courses, providing a solid foundation for understanding the scope and excitement of the discipline.
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A refreshing addition to the selection of materials currently available, senior archaeologist Kehoe teams with younger archaeologist Pleger to present a lively, balanced introduction to the discipline, from basic methods and tools of the trade to current issues in archaeology. The authors draw from their own complementary lives and careers to illustrate the reality, scope, and excitement of the discipline. Particularly emphasized is that archaeology is not esoteric but is rich in career opportunities; it is a science that touches all citizens as stewards of the past. High-interest topics such as famous archaeological sites and engaging controversies in archaeology will appeal to curious students. The Kehoe-Pleger module is brief enough to fit into a general introductory anthropology course and solid enough to serve as a backbone text for introductory archaeology courses.
Titles of related interest also from Waveland Press: Kamp, Life in the Pueblo: Understanding the Past through Archaeology (ISBN 9780881339642); and Kehoe, The Kensington Runestone: Approaching a Research Question Holistically (ISBN 9781577663713).
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