Archaeology - John Manley

Archaeology: All That Matters, by leading expert John Manley, is an inspiring and thought-provoking introduction to the field of archaeology, the story of how the discipline evolved and the major issues it faces for the future.
When did archaeology begin? Who were the first antiquarians in early modern Europe? How did archaeology free human history from biblical creationism? Is archaeology a science or a humanity subject? And who built the first museum?
Manley starts by dealing with the processes and techniques used by archaeologists past and present. He then uses the results of famous archaeological studies both to illustrate the power of archaeology and to show what archaeology has taught us about ancient and surprisingly recent history. In an exciting final chapter, Manley wonders how archaeology may adapt over time, exploring how the archaeologists of the future may examine our own era and what conclusions they might draw about us.
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