Collaboration in Archaeological Practice

Engaging Descendant Communities

Edited by Chip Colwell-Chanthaphonh, T. J. Ferguson

Paperback - £48.00

Publication date:

28 November 2007

Length of book:

300 pages

Publisher

AltaMira Press

ISBN-13: 9780759110540

In Collaboration in Archaeological Practice, prominent archaeologists reflect on their experiences collaborating with descendant communities (peoples whose ancestors are the subject of archaeological research). They offer philosophical and practical advice on how to improve the practice of archaeology by actively involving native peoples and other interested groups in research.
Colwell-Chanthaphonh and Ferguson have produced a provocative, insightful, and forward-looking book of international scope that has tremendous relevance for indigenous peoples and the archaeologists who work with and for them. In an era when archaeologists still struggle with the relevance of the past for the present, with making their work both responsive and responsible, this volume reveals just how important and successful that process can be. Its impact will be palpable, inspiring current and future researchers and community members to create mutually beneficial collaborative archaeologies.