Books published by AltaMira Press

Edited volume of reflections on museum philosophy for the 21st century from an international group of contributors.

Providing an overview of the ecological dimension of economic processes, this book presents a framework for understanding the relations between ecosystems and world systems. It also contains reflections by Immanuel Wallerstein, originator of the world-system concept, in which he talks about the various implications of global environmental change.

In Collaboration in Archaeological Practice, prominent archaeologists reflect on their experiences collaborating with descendant communities (peoples whose ancestors are the subject of archaeological research).

Offers an introduction to the issues faced every day in archaeological practice. This volume covers looting, reburial and repatriation, relations with native peoples, and professional conduct.

Presenting the knowledge of museum learning, this work aims to promote effective programs and exhibitions, identify promising approaches for future research, and develop strategies for implementing and sustaining connections between research and practice in the museum community.

Gathers together Du Bois' writings on religion. This title includes selections from Bois' works such as "The Souls of Black Folks" to poems, prayers, stories and speeches. It traces Du Bois' move from church-attending Christian to relentless critic of religion and evaluates Du Bois' contributions to the study of religion.

Watkins' book is an important contribution in the contemporary public debates in public archaeology, applied anthropology, cultural resources management, and Native American studies.

Using equality as a measure for policy, this book demonstrates how taking equality seriously changes how our economies could function to provide wellbeing both in the United States and worldwide. It is suitable for readers concerned with transnational economies, global anthropology, and the study of work and labor.

Tells the story of a gang cop who is engaged in battling his street gang opponents. This book reveals the dangers of police elite units when a tough cop begins to rationalize the use of police violence and corruption. It assesses the training and skills of the gang cop, and gaps in our knowledge of street gangs.

Examines the northwest American myth of Bigfoot. This book repudiates the evidence purportedly demonstrating the creature's existence. It argues that Bigfoot exists only in the popular imagination.

Free-choice learning is about what you choose to do in your learning time. Our motivations and expectations change over our lifetime but learning never stops. This book gives an understanding of the learning process and guides readers in maximizing their lifelong learning journeys.

Brian Fagan investigates the impact that European contact had on a number of societies around the world. Each case describes the pre-European culture, the short term impact of contact and the enduring changes caused by the clash of cultures.

Using engaging case studies and research findings, this lively new book from the Gender Lens Series challenges the notion that care-giving is a 'natural' pattern and demonstrates how it is thoroughly social. Written in an inviting and readable style, the authors address complex issues about caring, making them accessible to undergraduate students and lay people.

Reveals the impact of globalization on human health, as it is mediated through environmental change. This book examines the bio-cultural intersection of health and the environment and the impact of rapid change, technological development and the expansion of the global economy.

A guide to identifying, testing for, and dealing with contaminated cultural materials archived in museum collections. It features worksheets for performing basic tests, charts of scientific and historical information on known pesticides, data resources, and illustrations. It is suitable for the museum community and tribal groups.

Analyzes and advocates for community-based natural resource management. This book offers an overview of this transnational movement and its links between environmental management and social justice agendas. It is of interest to instructors, practitioners, and activists in environmental anthropology, justice, and policy, and cultural geography.

Focuses on the intersections of race, gender, sexuality, class, and (ethno) nation that influence the dynamics of human rights conflicts in different parts of the world. This collection of essays investigates human rights conflicts in Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Australia.

A discussion of the most widely used method for archaeological prospecting, covering the technical background of magnetometry and explaining what is measured and how this knowledge is used in archaeological surveys.

Ancestors and Elites examines the relationship between emergent social complexity and changing ritual practices at the prehispanic site of Paquime, Chihuahua, Mexico.

Free-Choice Learning and the Environment explores the theoretical, practical, and policy aspects of free-choice environmental education for learners of all ages.

Free-Choice Learning and the Environment explores the theoretical, practical, and policy aspects of free-choice environmental education for learners of all ages.

Reveals a portrait of Zapatistas of south-eastern Mexico struggling with self-determination on every level. This book is suitable for scholars and general readers of anthropology, social justice, ethnography, Latin American history and ethnic studies.

Western thought traditionally divides the human being into a body-mind dualism; the first examines the physical body and the second focuses upon psychological and social aspects of aging. This book attempts to bridge this rift: reinserting the physical back into gerontology's study of aging.