Description:
Critically examines the state of archaeology today and its development throughout the twentieth century. It makes a powerful case that understanding how humans have created themselves should be the main purpose of archaeology, and that archaeology matters precisely because of the insights it can offer in this area.
Review Quotes:
"Archaeology and Its Discontents is a challenging, and immensely stimulating read." - Mike Pitts, British Archaeology
"Archaeology and Its Discontents is a book I cannot praise enough; it should be required reading for all archaeologist, and not just those interested in prehistory." - Stratos Nanoglou, American Journal of Archaeology
"Archaeology and Its Discontents is a valuable contribution to debating the histories of archaeological philosophies and for understanding the field's relevance to ecological humanities." - Stephanie Koerner, Antiquity