Archaeology Under Dictatorship

Download or read book Archaeology Under Dictatorship written by Michael L. Galaty and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-03-14 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides a theoretical basis for understanding the specific effects of totalitarian dictatorship upon the practice of archaeology, both during and after the dictator's reign. The nine essays explore experiences from every corner of the Mediterranean. With its wide-range of case-studies and strong theoretical orientation, this volume is a major advance in the study of the history and politics of archaeology.