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This book is about the importance of archaeology and how it can help us learn about the past. It is written by Barbara Little, an archaeologist who is well-known in the field. She discusses the goals of historical archaeology, the kinds of questions it asks, and the ethical and political concerns it raises. She also provides brief snapshots of key American sites, including Jamestown, Mission San Luis, West Oakland, the African American Burial Ground, and the Garbage Project. She ties these sites together to show how they are all important for understanding the past. This book is a great introduction to historical archaeology and is perfect for students or professionals who want to learn more about the field.
What is historical archaeology and why is it important? Well-known archaeologist Barbara Little addresses these key questions for introductory students in this concise, inexpensive, and well-written text. Little covers the goals of historical archaeological work, the kinds of questions it asks, and the ethical and political concerns it raises. She shows what historical archaeology can provide that neither of its parent disciplines can offer alone. Little offers brief snapshots of key American sites: Jamestown, Mission San Luis, West Oakland, the African American Burial Ground, and the Garbage Project, among others. And she shows how historical archaeology is inextricably linked to public education, justice issues, and our collective understanding of the past. As an introductory guide for historical archaeology and similar courses, or as thought-provoking reading for professionals, this volume is unmatched in quality and scope.
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