Archaeology as Political Action by Randall H Mcguire

Archaeology as Political Action by Randall H Mcguire

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.

"The book is a tremendous resource" The Midden, Bill Angelback, Ed

Randall H. McGuire is Professor of Anthropology at Binghamton University, State University of New York. He is the author of a number of books including A Marxist Archaeology and Death, Society, and Ideology in a Hohokam Community.

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ISBN 13	9780520254916
ISBN 10	0520254910
Title	Archaeology as Political Action
Author	Randall H Mcguire
Series	California Series In Public Anthropology
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	University of California Press
Year published	2008-04-03
Number of pages	312
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