Archaeology as political action
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Archaeology as political action
（California series in public anthropology, 17）
University of California Press, c2008
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- : paper : alk. paper
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Bibliography: p. 237-279
Includes index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This book develops a theory and framework to describe how archaeology can contribute to a more humane world. Recognizing that archaeology is an inherently political activity, Randall H. McGuire builds on the history of archaeological theory and Marxist dialectical theory to point out how archaeologists can use their craft to evaluate interpretations of the real world, construct meaningful histories for communities, and challenge the persistent legacies of colonialism and class struggle. McGuire bases his discussion on his own extensive fieldwork in the United States and Mexico, citing fascinating case studies to develop the idea of archaeology as a class-based endeavor.
Table of Contents
List of Illustrations Preface Introduction 1. Politics 2. Praxis 3. Class 4. Mexico 5. Ludlow Conclusion References Index
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