Introducing Archaeology, Third Edition (Paperback)

Stacey L. Camp

ISBN 10: 1487524455 / ISBN 13: 9781487524456

Published by University of Toronto Press, Toronto, 2020

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Paperback. Now in its third edition, Introducing Archaeology continues to be a lively and approachable textbook for introductory-level students. Covering traditional elements of archaeology, including methods and prehistory, the new edition also opens up greater conversations about the current state of archaeology, discussing issues of representation, inclusion, and diversity in the field. The authors highlight recent developments in digital and public archaeology, as well as the social and political contexts of doing archaeological fieldwork. A new prologue challenges common misconceptions about archaeology portrayed by mainstream media. The result is a book that encourages students to critically examine the present by investigating the archaeological past.The third edition features over 50 full-color images and is accompanied by updated instructor materials and student resources. For more information see Situating archaeology in academic, social, and political contexts, the third edition emphasizes the ethics and the scholarship of women and includes considerable focus on the archaeology of recent and contemporary times. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introducing Archaeology, Third Edition (Paperback)
• Publisher: University of Toronto Press, Toronto
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1487524455
• ISBN 13: 9781487524456
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Now in its third edition, Introducing Archaeology continues to be a lively and approachable textbook for introductory-level students. Covering traditional elements of archaeology, including methods and prehistory, the new edition also opens up greater conversations about the current state of archaeology, discussing issues of representation, inclusion, and diversity in the field. The authors highlight recent developments in digital and public archaeology, as well as the social and political contexts of doing archaeological fieldwork. A new prologue challenges common misconceptions about archaeology portrayed by mainstream media. The result is a book that encourages students to critically examine the present by investigating the archaeological past.

The third edition features over 50 full-color images and is accompanied by updated instructor materials and student resources. For more information see www.introducingarchaeology.com.

About the Author

Robert J. Muckle is a professor of anthropology and archaeology at Capilano University. He is the author or coauthor of several books, including Introducing Archaeology and Through the Lens of Anthropology.
Stacey L. Camp is an associate professor of anthropology and director of the Campus Archaeology Program at Michigan State University.