Ceramic Theory and Cultural Process

Klappentext A theory of ceramics that elucidates the complex relationship between culture! pottery and society. Zusammenfassung This book develops a theory of ceramics which elucidates the complex relationship between ceramics and culture and society. Drawing on the theoretical perspectives of systems theory! cybernetics and cultural ecology! Dr Arnold develops cross-cultural generalizations to explain the origins and evolution of the craft of pottery making. Inhaltsverzeichnis 1. Introduction; 2. Resources; 3. Weather and climate; 4. Scheduling conflicts; 5. Degree of sedentariness; 6. Demand; 7. Man/land relationships; 8. Technological innovations; 9. Conclusion; Bibliography; Index.

Product details

• Authors: Dean E. Arnold
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 16.06.1988
• EAN: 9780521272599
• ISBN: 978-0-521-27259-9
• No. of pages: 284
• Series: New Studies in Archaeology
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Pre and early history; Non-fiction book > History > Pre and early history, antiquity; Social sciences, law, business > Social sciences (general)