An Introduction to Museum Archaeology

Download or read book An Introduction to Museum Archaeology written by Hedley Swain and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2007-10-01 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Introduction to Museum Archaeology provides a comprehensive survey and synthesis of all aspects of current museum practice in relation to the discipline of archaeology. Divided into four separate but related parts it begins with a discussion of what is meant by museums, archaeology and museum archaeology and a brief survey of its history, legal foundation and global geographic spread. This is an essential text for anyone studying museums, archaeology or cultural heritage and a reference for those working in these fields.