Archaeological Theory and the Politics of Cultural Heritage

by Laurajane Smith

Book Overview

This controversial book is a survey of how relationships between indigenous peoples and the archaeological establishment have got into difficulty, and a crucial pointer to how to move forward from this point.

With lucid appraisals of key debates such as NAGPRA, Kennewick and the repatriation of Tasmanian artefacts, Laurajane Smith dissects the nature and consequences of this clash of cultures.

Smith explores how indigenous...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415318335
• ISBN13: 9780415318334
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 9.2"