Archaeology Matters: Action Archaeology in the Modern World (Key Questions in Anthropology)

Jeremy A. Sabloff

ISBN 10: 159874089X / ISBN 13: 9781598740899

Published by Routledge, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Archaeology Matters: Action Archaeology in the Modern World (Key Questions in Anthropology)
• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 159874089X
• ISBN 13: 9781598740899
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Archaeology is perceived to study the people of long ago and far away. How could archaeology matter in the modern world? Well-known archaeologist Jeremy Sabloff points to ways in which archaeology might be important to the understanding and amelioration of contemporary problems. Though archaeologists have commonly been associated with efforts to uncover cultural identity, to restore the past of underrepresented peoples, and to preserve historical sites, their knowledge and skills can be used in many other ways. Archaeologists help Peruvian farmers increase crop yields, aid city planners in reducing landfills, and guide local communities in tourism development and water management. This brief volume, aimed at students and other prospective archaeologists, challenges the field to go beyond merely understanding the past and actively engage in making a difference in the today’s world.

About the Author

Jeremy A Sabloff