Stahl, Ann B.
Archaeology: Why It Matters (Why It Matters)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781509549870
- author:
- Stahl, Ann B.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Polity Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 19.1 x 12.8 x 1.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Archaeology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
History lies beneath our feet and in the landscapes around us. In contrast to the history that comes from studying texts, archaeology is the study of history through objects, monuments, and other traces of past lives: history that extends beyond the earliest writings into the deep past. Ann Stahl argues that archaeology is unique in its focus on the everyday lives of all peoples in all places and times. From ancient temples to humble homes, archaeologists piece together worlds that would otherwise be lost: knowledge that shows us how routine actions have shaped societies, how and why societies have changed in light of environment, politics, and culture. Using compelling examples from her storied international career, Stahl provides a summary of why archaeology is both a vitally important and enjoyable subject to study.
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