Questa serie esplora le scoperte e le metodologie all'avanguardia in archeologia, mostrando progressi significativi nel campo. Adotta un approccio interdisciplinare, collegando varie discipline scientifiche per una comprensione più ricca del passato. Coprendo dall'epoca paleolitica a quella storica in tutto il mondo, questi lavori offrono spunti su pietre miliari archeologiche fondamentali. È pensata per lettori desiderosi di approfondire il panorama in evoluzione della storia umana.
Design Analysis in the American Southwest
Focusing on archaeological method and theory, this study by Professor Plog offers significant insights that will appeal to a diverse audience of archaeologists. It presents innovative approaches and concepts that enhance understanding in the field, making it a valuable resource for both seasoned professionals and newcomers alike.
The Archaeology of Public Buildings
Focusing on the interplay between architecture and society, this volume examines public architecture in the pre-Hispanic Andes through a cultural, political, and religious lens. It introduces innovative analytical methods to explore three key themes: monumental architecture, ritual spaces, and social control structures. By providing a new methodology for studying public architecture, the book illustrates its significance in rituals, ideology, and power dynamics within ancient Andean society, supported by clear, richly illustrated discussions.