Breaking Ground: Pioneering Women Archaeologists
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| Rating | : | 4.65 (790 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0472031740 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 616 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-04-13 |
| Language | : | English |
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The interest inherent in these biographies will reach well beyond defined disciplines and subdisciplines, for the life of each of these exciting and accomplished individuals is an adventure story in itself. Though each of their tales is unique, they were all formidable scholars whose important contributions changed the field of archaeology. Each essay in this collection examines the life of a pioneer archaeologist in the early days of the discipline, tracing her path from education in the classics to travel and exploration and eventual international recognition in the field of archaeology. Breaking Ground highlights the remarkable careers of twelve pioneers-a compelling narrative of personal, social, intellectual, and historical achievement."-Claire Lyons, The Getty Museum"Behind these
We learn about many other archaeologists, women and men, as the behind-the-scenes narratives unfold, while footnotes at the end of each chapter offer interesting digressions. How useful this anthology will be as an inspiration to future archaeologists, adventurers, and travelers." - Bloomsbury Review "These life stories of twelve innovative 19th- and 20th-century women scientists contribute to a powerful larger story of the history of western science and the gender relations operating within." - Choice" . "Integral to this anthology is the considerable research the contributors weave into the principal biographies
A monumental contribution Isabella Women have held an important place in the history of archaeology. Sadly, many these women have been all but erased from scholarly discussions - such as the role Getrude Bell played in founding the Baghdad Museum. That is, until now. The biographies gathered in this volume are an inspiration for modern adventurers, female archaeologists and even your 'ordinary' woman. These pioneering Victorian women helped shape our 21st century, Western understanding of the world and their voices can now be heard.
. Getzel M. Cohen is Professor of Classics and Director of the Tytus Visiting Scholars Program at the University of Cincinnati. Martha Sharp Joukowsky is Professor of Anthropology at Brown University and Director of the Brown University Center for Old World Archaeology and Art and the Brown University Petra Great Temple Excavations. He is also Director of the Institute for Mediterranean Studies