The archaeology of the later Middle Ages is a comparatively new field of study in Britain. At a time when archaeoloy generally is experiencing a surge of popularity, our understanding of medieval settlement, artefacts, environment, buildings and landscapes has been revolutionised. Medieval archaeology is now taught widely throughout Europe and has secured a place in higer education's teaching across many disciplines. In this book Gerrard examines the long and rich intellectual heritage of later medieval archaeology in England, Scotland and Wales and summarises its current position. Written in three parts, the author first discusses the origins of antiquarian, Victorian and later studies and explores the pervasive influence of the Romantic Movement and the Gothic Revival. The ideas and achievements of the 1930s are singled out as a springboard for later methodological and conceptual developments. Part II examines the emergence of medieval archaeology as a more coherent academic subject in the post-war years, appraising major projects and explaining the impact of processual archaeology and the rescue movement in the period up to the mid-1980s. Finally the book shows the extent to which the philosophies of preservation and post-processual theoretical advances have begun to make themselves felt. Recent developments in key areas such as finds, settlements and buildings are all considered as well as practice, funding and institutional roles. medieval Archaeology is a crucial work for students of medieval archaeology to read and will be of interest to archaeologists, historians and all who study or visit the monuments of the Middle Ages.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN-13
9780415234634
eBay Product ID (ePID)
94727692
Product Key Features
Author
Chris Gerrard
Publication Name
Medieval Archaeology: Understanding Traditions and Contemporary Approaches
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Archaeology
Publication Year
2002
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
320 Pages
Dimensions
Item Weight
544g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Chris Gerrard
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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