African archaeology : a critical introduction / edited by Ann Brower Stahl.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Stahl, Ann Brower, 1954-

Series:

Blackwell studies in global archaeology

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Archaeology.

Antiquities, Prehistoric.

Africa--Antiquities.

Africa.

Antiquities.

Antiquities, Prehistoric--Africa.

Archaeology--Africa.

Physical Description:

xiv, 490 pages : illustrations, maps ; 26 cm.

Place of Publication:

Malden, MA : Blackwell Pub., 2005.

Summary:

African Archaeology: A Critical Introduction fills a crucial gap by providing a multi-authored introduction to the archaeology of Africa that challenges misconceptions and claims about Africa 's past, and teaches students how to evaluate these claims. Ann Stahl 's thoughtful introduction explores the contexts that have shaped archaeological knowledge of Africa 's past and asks readers to consider for whom Africa 's past matters and why. African Archaeology comprises unique contributions by prominent archaeologists with regional and topical expertise. They explore the preoccupations and assumptions that have framed research, assess the quality and reliability of evidence, and chart emerging research directions and questions that can help build on the strengths of earlier work, while finally setting aside long-held misperceptions.African Archaeology is a landmark volume and an indispensable tool for students, instructors, and researchers.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1405101555

1405101563

OCLC:

54501363