Loading...
Overlapping worlds: an examination of macroregional archaeology
Ramsey, Melody
Ramsey, Melody
Files
Loading...
Thesis
Adobe PDF, 390.55 KB
Authors
Other Names
Location
Time Period
Advisors
Original Date
Digitization Date
Issue Date
2006-05
Type
Thesis
Genre
Keywords
Subjects (LCSH)
Electronic dissertations
Electronic dissertations
Electronic dissertations
Citation
Abstract
Archaeologists have long recognized the fact that long distance relationships existed in prehistoric societies. There have been many efforts to develop models for a satisfactory explanation for interactions and social change among groups. World Systems Theory, developed by Immanuel Wallerstein, is one such effort to examine mechanisms of inter-societal relationships and a determination of units of analysis for Pre-Columbian societies. To utilize this theory, archaeologists have made modifications and expansions to the theory, determining the advantage of using a world systems perspective, rather than all aspects of the model. An examination of Wallerstein’s theory, as well as assessments and concerns regarding modifications, is examined. The premise that societies do not exist in isolation is one that should concern all archaeologists.
Table of Contents
Description
Thesis (M.S.)--Wichita State University, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Dept. of Anthropology.
Includes bibliographic references (leaves 48-57).
"May 2006."
Includes bibliographic references (leaves 48-57)
Includes bibliographic references (leaves 48-57).
"May 2006."
Includes bibliographic references (leaves 48-57)
Publisher
Journal
Book Title
Series
Digital Collection
Finding Aid URL
Use and Reproduction
Copyright Melody Ramsey, 2006. All rights reserved.