Archaeological Approaches to Cultural Identity
Paperback
Main Details
Title |
Archaeological Approaches to Cultural Identity
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Authors and Contributors |
Edited by Steven Shennan
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Series | One World Archaeology |
Series part Volume No. |
v.10
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback | Pages:352 | Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156 |
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Category/Genre | Archaeology |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780415095570
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Classifications | Dewey:306 |
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Audience | Undergraduate | Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly | |
Edition |
New edition
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Illustrations |
1
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Imprint |
Routledge
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Publication Date |
1 September 1994 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Examines the critical implications of cultural identity from a variety of perspectives. Questions the nature and limits of archaeological knowledge of the past and the relationhip of material culture to cultural identiy. Offers a balanced discussion of issues that are of vital significance in view of increasing ethnic conflicts in the modern world.
Reviews"This volume speaks directly to the many forces that influence cultural development and the expression of cultural meaning . . . an excellent collection of papers that is highly recommended." -"American Antiquity
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