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Principles of Archaeology

This new text offers an engaging, straightforward, and profusely illustrated introduction to archaeological method and theory.

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It captures the excitement and complexity of the field by focusing on three important themes, including how archaeologists think and learn about the past, ethics and the preservation of the past, and the role of science in archaeology.

Each chapter offers an enticing mix of clear and thorough discussion of essential topics, provocative case studies, and practical applications that allow students to think like archaeologists..

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Author: T. Douglas Price

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages

Date: Apr. 27, 2006

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