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Loot, Legitimacy and Ownership: The Ethical Crisis in Archaeology (Debates in Archaeology),Used
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Colin Renfrew argues that what is most precious in archaeology is the information that excavations can shed on our human past. Yet the clandestine and unpublished digging of archaeological sites for gain looting is destroying the context in which archaeological findings can be understood, as well as sabotaging the most valuable information. It is the source of most of the antiquities that appear on the art market today unprovenanced antiquities, the product of illicit traffic financed, knowingly or not by the collectors and museums that buy them on a noquestionsasked basis. This trade has turned London as well as other international centres into a 'thieves kitchen' where greed triumphs over serious appreciation of the past. Unless a solution is found to this ethical crisis in archaeology, Renfrew argues that our record of the past will be vastly diminished, and his book lays bare the misunderstanding and hypocrisy that underlies that crisis.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Loot, Legitimacy and Ownership'? A: The main theme of 'Loot, Legitimacy and Ownership' is the ethical crisis in archaeology, focusing on how looting and unregulated excavation destroy valuable archaeological context and information.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Colin Renfrew, a prominent archaeologist known for his work in the field.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 160 pages.
- Q: When was 'Loot, Legitimacy and Ownership' published? A: The book was published on October 20, 2000.
- Q: Is this book in good condition? A: Yes, the book is classified as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the History category.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of the book is illustrated.
- Q: What are the main issues discussed in the book? A: The book discusses issues such as looting, the impact of illicit trade on archaeology, and the ethical responsibilities of collectors and museums.
- Q: Why is the information from excavations considered valuable? A: Information from excavations is considered valuable because it provides insights into human history and helps to understand our past.