Essays about: "archaeology of knowledge"
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1. Traces of Iron Age activities at Kullen - A New Synthesis
University essay from Lunds universitet/ArkeologiAbstract : Kullen has had a huge gap in knowledge about the Iron Age period. This thesis offers a new synthesis to close this gap in knowledge of the Iron Age period in the region. The aim of this study was to gain more knowledge about the Iron Age and the activities during this period in the areas. READ MORE
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2. Holmöarna archipelago and its forgotten Iron Age period : Uncovering the past through morphology and GIS-analysis
University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för idé- och samhällsstudierAbstract : The geographical focus area of this essay is Holmöarna archipelago, which is a very large group of islands that are located a short distance to the east of the city Umeå, in northern Sweden, Västerbotten county. This essay is an attempt to uncover and provide knowledge regarding Holmöarna archipelago’s forgotten Iron Age period through the means of GIS-analysis, literary studies, a field visit, as well as morphological comparisons of ancient artefacts and monuments from the area. READ MORE
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3. Between a Rune Stone and a Hard Place: Deconstructing Mass Media Influence on Knowledge Production in Viking Age Archaeogenetic Publications
University essay from Lunds universitet/ArkeologiAbstract : The archaeological traditions of the Viking Age have a complex history. Some of it has been nationalist in orientation, at times constructing proud historical narratives reflecting ownership in and continuity of the past. READ MORE
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4. Towards an Archaeology of Disaster : Opportunities and Difficulties
University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för kulturvetenskaper (KV)Abstract : This thesis examines the role of archaeology and its contribution to emergency relief work in areas struck by a disastrous event. At a time in our contemporary society where we may be extra vulnerable against disasters, archaeology can help us both prevent and reduce the risks of disasters. READ MORE
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5. Reconstructing Eighteenth-Century Tailoring: A Qualitative Study of Craft Knowledge
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för kulturvårdAbstract : This thesis researches the craft knowledge in eighteenth-century sewing through case studies and reconstructions. With the theoretical framework of experimental archaeology, craft science and object-based research, it was found that reconstructions can be a suitable method to research and document craft knowledge and skills of hand sewing. READ MORE