Marx's Ghost: Conversations with Archaeologists-Thomas C. Patter

Name: Marx's Ghost: Conversations with Archaeologists-Thomas C. Patter
Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Taylor & Francis Ltd

Explore the profound influence of Karl Marx on twentieth-century archaeology with "Marx's Ghost: Conversations with Archaeologists." This insightful book by Thomas C. Patterson delves into how key thinkers and theoretical traditions have shaped archaeological debates and conclusions. Discover the synthesis of archaeological, sociological, and Marxist discourses by V. Gordon Childe, and trace the evolution of new archaeology and explicitly Marxist strands. "Marx's Ghost" examines the discussions of the 1990s, where historical archaeologists debated class, gender, ethnicity, and race. It investigates how Marxist concepts like contradiction and exploitation were applied, and how different theoretical groups critiqued and built upon past theories. This accessible guide provides a comprehensive overview of the theoretical arguments that have influenced Anglophone archaeology since the 1930s, making it indispensable for archaeologists, historians, anthropologists, and social and cultural theorists. Product Summary: Marx's Ghost Conversations with Archaeologists by Thomas C. Patterson. This paperback book, published in 2003, is written in English and features 224 pages. It explores the influence of Marx on archaeological theory.