The Archaeology of Collective Action

by DEAN J. SAITTA

Saitta examines historical archaeology's success in reconstructing collective social action in the past and considers the implications of these reconstructions for society today. Recognizing that studies of the past can serve different social interests, creating knowledge that can be used to oppress or emancipate elements of society, Saitta argues that historical archaeology needs to move beyond its emphasis on recovering the individual to acknowledging...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0813030706
• ISBN13: 9780813030708
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: University Press of Florida
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.3" x 9.0"