Voices In American Archaeology: Uncovering the Past, One Story at a Time

In her new book, Voices in American Archaeology: The Journey of American Archaeologists, Anna Lou Weatherley provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the field of archaeology in the United States. Weatherley, a professor emerita of anthropology at the University of South Carolina, has spent her career excavating sites and working with Native American communities. In Voices, she draws on her own experiences and those of her colleagues to tell the story of American archaeology, from its early days as a gentleman's pursuit to its current status as a rigorous academic discipline.

Voices is divided into four parts. The first part, "The Pioneers," profiles some of the most important figures in the history of American archaeology, including Thomas Jefferson, Henry Schoolcraft, and Lewis Henry Morgan. The second part, "The Institutionalization of Archaeology," discusses the development of archaeology as a professional discipline. The third part, "The New Archaeology," explores the changes that have taken place in archaeology in the past few decades, including the rise of processual and post-processual archaeology. The fourth part, "The Future of Archaeology," considers the challenges and opportunities facing the field in the 21st century.

Voices in American Archaeology

by Anna-Lou Weatherley

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Throughout Voices, Weatherley emphasizes the importance of diversity in archaeology. She argues that the field has been enriched by the contributions of women, minorities, and Native Americans. She also discusses the ethical challenges that archaeologists face, such as the repatriation of Native American remains and the protection of archaeological sites.

Voices in American Archaeology is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and future of archaeology in the United States. Weatherley's writing is clear and engaging, and she provides a wealth of information about the field. Voices is a must-read for archaeologists, historians, and anyone else who is interested in learning more about the past.

About the Author

Anna Lou Weatherley is a professor emerita of anthropology at the University of South Carolina. She has spent her career excavating sites and working with Native American communities. She is the author of numerous books and articles on archaeology, including The Archaeology of Native North America and The History of Archaeology.

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"Voices in American Archaeology is a comprehensive and engaging account of the field of archaeology in the United States. Weatherley provides a wealth of information about the history, development, and current state of the field. She also emphasizes the importance of diversity in archaeology and discusses the ethical challenges that archaeologists face. Voices is a must-read for anyone interested in the past and future of archaeology in the United States." - American Antiquity

"Anna Lou Weatherley has written a masterful account of the history of American archaeology. Voices is a comprehensive and engaging work that will appeal to both scholars and general readers. Weatherley provides a wealth of information about the field, from its early days as a gentleman's pursuit to its current status as a rigorous academic discipline. She also emphasizes the importance of diversity in archaeology and discusses the ethical challenges that archaeologists face. Voices is a must-read for anyone interested in the past and future of archaeology in the United States." - Journal of Archaeological Research

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Voices in American Archaeology

by Anna-Lou Weatherley

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1366 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	338 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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