Originally posted by savoche You tell me I talk funny, now?
History and linguistics based on archæological anthropology - sounds interesting. Do tell me if it's worth acquiring.
It does go into some depth into the areas as indicated by the title. The author is David W. Anthony, professor of anthropology at Hartwick College and the book was published by the Princeton University Press in 2007.
I like it. It does take a scholarly approach, has a not insignificant bibliography, etc. I have a history background and over the years (decades) have read a variety of books in areas of pure history, archeology, political science, etc. I'm hesitant to recommend books, for as my wife points out I have fairly esoteric tastes that might not appeal to others.
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In the recent past, I've been impressed that historical studies seem to have a more open and multi disciplinary approach...including areas of archeology, different sciences and other specialties. Also what seems to me a rapid development of technology ...ground penetrating radar devices and other electronic devices often from other fields, which are being successfully employed in archeological search areas.
As a result, much more information, artifacts have been discovered and analysis and review of these finds seems to come at an ever increasing rate. I also do find a broadening of considered subject material, used to look at historical questions from different perspectives, angles and this book is one, through its examination of history from an analysis of language, the horse and the wheel and those connections. I do think we're in a bit of a golden era as far as history, archeology are concerned.
If you like that kind of stuff, you could find it interesting.
Les