Reading the Past: Current Approaches to Interpretation in Archaeology

The third edition of this classic introduction to archaeological theory and method has been fully updated to address the rapid development of theoretical debate throughout the discipline. Ian Hodder and Scott Hutson argue that archaeologists must consider a variety of perspectives in the complex and uncertain task of translating the meaning of past texts into their own contemporary language. While remaining centered on the importance of meaning, agency and history, the authors explore the latest developments in post-structuralism, neo-evolutionary theory and phenomenology. Previous Edition Hb (1991): 0-521-40142-9 Previous Edition Pb (1991): 0-521-40957-8

Author: Ian Hodder, Scott Hutson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 01/05/2004
Pages: 308
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 8.40h x 5.40w x 0.80d
ISBN13: 9780521528849
ISBN10: 0521528844
BISAC Categories:
- Social Science | Archaeology