Archaeological Theory: An Introduction, 2nd Edition is thoroughly updated and enhanced to reflect the latest thinking in archaeological methods. Expanding the popular first edition, Johnson utilizes clear and accessible language to examine the roots of contemporary debates in the development of archaeology over the past three decades.

Archaeological Theory, 2nd Edition is the most current and comprehensive introduction to the field available. Thoroughly revised and updated, this engaging text offers students an ideal entry point to the major concepts and ongoing debates in archaeological research.

Exploring the many ways of approaching the human past, from positivism to post-modernism, Johnson reveals the historical origins of different schools of thought and sets theories against the practical problems they are intended to solve, as well as against wider developments in other disciplines.

A lucid and concise guide to the most updated thinking and terminology in the field, Archaeological Theory, 2nd Edition remains an invaluable resource for students and archaeologists of all stripes.

Archaeological Theory, 2nd Edition is the most current and comprehensive introduction to the field available. Thoroughly revised and updated, this engaging text offers students an ideal entry point to the major concepts and ongoing debates in archaeological research.

• New edition of a popular introductory text that explores the increasing diversity of approaches to archaeological theory
• Features more extended coverage of 'traditional' or culture-historical archaeology
• Examines theory across the English-speaking world and beyond
• Offers greatly expanded coverage of evolutionary theory, divided into sociocultural and Darwinist approaches
• Includes an expanded glossary, bibliography, and useful suggestions for further readings