Archaeologies of the Middle East : critical perspectives

Archaeologies of the Middle East provides an innovative introduction to the archaeology of this fascinating region and a window on both its past and present. * Written by some of the top archaeologists of the Middle East: scholars from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of interests and intellectual approaches * Coverage spans 100,000 years: from the Paleolithic to Hellenistic times * Explores the connections between modern--day politics and the social context of archaeological practice and various underutilized approaches to archaeological interpretation * Designed for student use