Archaeological Theory and Scientific Practice

By:

Andrew Jones

Format:

Paperback / softback

Series:

Topics in Contemporary Archaeology

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Is archaeology an art or a science? This question has been hotly debated over the last few decades with the rise of archaeological science. At the same time, archaeologists have seen a change in the intellectual character of their discipline, as many writers have adopted approaches influenced by social theory. The discipline now encompasses both archaeological scientists and archaeological theorists, and discussion regarding the status of archaeology remains polarised. Andrew Jones argues that we need to analyse the practice of archaeology. Through an analysis of archaeological practice, influenced by recent developments in the field of science studies, and with the aid of extensive case studies, he develops a new framework which allows the interpretative and methodological components of the discipline to work in tandem. His reassessment of the status and character of archaeology will be of interest to students, scholars and professionals.

Author Biography:

Andrew Jones is a Fellow of the McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research, Cambridge University. He has worked extensively on British prehistory (especially the Neolithic and Bronze Age). Among his many research interests are the history of representation in archaeology, the role of art and memory in archaeological research, and the archaeology of animals and food. He has contributed to a number of journals and edited volumes. This is his first book.

Release date Australia

December 6th, 2001

Author

Andrew Jones

Audiences

Professional & Vocational
Tertiary Education (US: College)

Illustrations

5 Tables, unspecified; 12 Maps; 13 Line drawings, unspecified

Pages

224

Series

Topics in Contemporary Archaeology

Dimensions

152x229x12

ISBN-13

9780521793933

Product ID

2398568

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