Metini Village
Metini Village

Author: Kent G. Lightfoot

Publisher: Contributions of the ARF

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13:

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Synthesizing over two decades of collaborative archaeological research carried out by UC Berkeley, the Kashia Band of Pomo Indians, and California State Parks at Fort Ross, California, this volume makes the case for an archaeology of colonialism that bridges studies of early colonial encounters with analysis of settler colonial relations.

Discovering the Olmecs
Discovering the Olmecs

Author: David C. Grove

Publisher: University of Texas Press

Published: 2014-11-01

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 0292760817

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The Olmecs are renowned for their massive carved stone heads and other sculptures, the first stone monuments produced in Mesoamerica. Seven decades of archaeological research have given us many insights into the lives of the Olmecs, who inhabited parts of the modern Mexican states of Veracruz and Tabasco from around 1150 to 400 BC. Beginning with the first modern explorations in the 1920s, the story of how generations of archaeologists and local residents have uncovered the Olmec past and pieced together a portrait of an ancient civilization that left no written records unfolds. From stories of fortuitous discoveries and frustrating disappoints, helpful collaborations and deceitful shenanigans emerges the unconventional history of Olmec archeology.

Inclusion, Transformation, and Humility in North American Archaeology
Inclusion, Transformation, and Humility in North American Archaeology

Author: Seth Mallios

Publisher: Berghahn Books

Published: 2024-01-06

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 180539276X

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In a dynamic near half-century career of insight, engagement, and instruction, Kent G. Lightfoot transformed North American archaeology through his innovative ideas, robust collaborations, thoughtful field projects, and mentoring of numerous students. Authors emphasize the multifarious ways Lightfoot impacted—and continues to impact—approaches to archaeological inquiry, anthropological engagement, indigenous issues, and professionalism. Four primary themes include: negotiations of intercultural entanglements in pluralistic settings; transformations of temporal and spatial archaeological dimensions, as well as theoretical and methodological innovations; engagement with contemporary people and issues; and leading by example with honor, humor, and humility. These reflect the remarkable depth, breadth, and growth in Lightfoot’s career, despite his unwavering stylistic devotion to Hawaiian shirts.

Prehistory of North America
Prehistory of North America

Author: Mark Sutton

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015-12-22

Total Pages: 429

ISBN-13: 1317345231

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A Prehistory of North America covers the ever-evolving understanding of the prehistory of North America, from its initial colonization, through the development of complex societies, and up to contact with Europeans. This book is the most up-to-date treatment of the prehistory of North America. In addition, it is organized by culture area in order to serve as a companion volume to “An Introduction to Native North America.” It also includes an extensive bibliography to facilitate research by both students and professionals.