Behavioral Archaeology: Principles and Practice (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781845532888)

Behavioral archaeology offers a way of examining the past by highlighting human engagement with the material culture of the time. 'Behavioral Archaeology: Principles and Practice' offers a broad overview of the methods and theories used in this approach to archaeology. Opening with an overview of the history and key concepts, the book goes on to systematically cover both principles and practice: the philosophy of science and the scientific method; artifacts and human behavior; archaeological inference; formation processes of the archaeological record; technological change; behavioral change; and ritual and religion. Detailed case studies show the relevance of behavioral method and theory to the wider field of archaeological studies. The book will be invaluable to students of archaeology and anthropology.

Author: Michael B. Schiffer
ISBN-10: 1845532880
ISBN-13: 9781845532888
Publisher: Routledge
Language: English
Published: 10/15/2010
Pages: 231
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.70h x 6.90w x 0.50d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 02/01/2011 pg. 19