Archaeologies of Us and Them

Archaeologies of Us and Them
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 459
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ISBN-10 : 9781317281672
ISBN-13 : 1317281675
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Book Synopsis Archaeologies of Us and Them by : Charlotta Hillerdal

Download or read book Archaeologies of Us and Them written by Charlotta Hillerdal and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-02-17 with total page 459 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Archaeologies of “Us” and “Them” explores the concept of indigeneity within the field of archaeology and heritage and in particular examines the shifts in power that occur when ‘we’ define ‘the other’ by categorizing ‘them’ as indigenous. Recognizing the complex and shifting distinctions between indigenous and non-indigenous pasts and presents, this volume gives a nuanced analysis of the underlying definitions, concepts and ethics associated with this field in order to explore Indigenous archaeology as a theoretical, ethical and political concept. Indigenous archaeology is an increasingly important topic discussed worldwide, and as such critical analyses must be applied to debates which are often surrounded by political correctness and consensus views. Drawing on an international range of global case studies, this timely and sensitive collection significantly contributes to the development of archaeological critical theory.


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