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Taylor & Francis Historical Archaeology 3Rd Edn by ORSER
This book provides a short, readable introduction to historical archaeology, which focuses on modern history in all its fascinating regional, cultural, and ethnic diversity. Accessibly covering key methods and concepts, including fundamental theories and principles, the history of the field, and basic definitions, Historical Archaeology also includes a practical look at career prospects for interested readers. Orser discusses central topics of archaeological research such as time and space, survey and excavation methods, and analytical techniques, encouraging readers to consider the possible meanings of artifacts. Drawing on the author's extensive experience as an historical archaeologist, the book's perspective ranges from the local to the global in order to demonstrate the real importance of this subject to our understanding of the world in which we live today. _x000D__x000D__x000D_The third edition of this popular textbook has been significantly revised and expanded to reflect recent developments and discoveries in this exciting area of study. Each chapter includes updated case studies which demonstrate the research conducted by professional historical archaeologists. With its engaging approach to the subject, Historical Archaeology continues to be an ideal resource for readers who wish to be introduced to this rapidly expanding global field._x000D_ _x000D_
Section I: Foundations of Historical Archaeology_x000D_
Chapter 1 What Is Historical Archaeology?_x000D_
Chapter 2 A Brief History of Historical Archaeology_x000D_
Chapter 3 Culture, History, and Archaeological Sites_x000D_
Chapter 4 Time and Space_x000D_
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Section II: Doing Historical Archaeology_x000D_
Chapter 5 Site Survey and Location in Historical Archaeology_x000D_
Chapter 6 Pre-Excavation Fieldwork: Documents, Interviews, Buildings_x000D_
Chapter 7 Archaeological Fieldwork: Field and Laboratory_x000D_
Chapter 8 Artifacts and Interpretation in Historical Archaeology_x000D_
Chapter 9 Historical Archaeology and Cultural Resource Management_x000D_
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Section III: Interpretation in Historical Archaeology_x000D_
Chapter 10 Theory in Historical Archaeology_x000D_
Chapter 11 The Historical Archaeology of Individuals and Groups_x000D_
Chapter 12 Global Historical Archaeology and Modern-World Archaeology_x000D_
Chapter 13 Historical Archaeology and The Past Today_x000D_
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Guide to Further Reading _x000D_
Glossary_x000D_