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No More Theory Wars: A Response to Moss

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  20 January 2017

Michelle Hegmon*
Affiliation:
Department of Anthropology, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-2402 (michelle.Hegmon@asu.edu)

Abstract

There is a gap between discussions of theory and of practice in North American archaeology. More political engagement by archaeologists would be desirable. Regarding these and other issues, Moss and I agree. However, I also believe that the open-mindedness and dearth of theoretical schisms characteristic of Processual-plus archaeology is desirable. Critical perspectives such as Marxist and feminist approaches can be included in this broad perspective, and can thus contribute to both the advancement of knowledge and political agendas. More consideration and analysis of the linkages between theory and practice would be fruitful.

Résumé

Résumé

En la actualidad, existe una laguna entre las discusiones teorico-prácticas en la arqueología norteamericana, por lo que requeriría un mayor compromiso por parte de los arqueólogos. Si bien estoy de acuerdo con Moss en cuanto a estos y otros aspectos relacionados, también creo que el acceso y la escasez de cismas teoréticas son características atractivas de la arqueología Processual-plus. Perspectivas críticas como las orientaciones Marxistas y feministas pueden ser incluidas en esta perspectiva amplia, y así pueden contribuir al crecimiento del conocimiento tanto como a las agendas políticas. Por tal motivo, mayor consideración y análisis de las conexiones entre la teoría y la práctica sería beneficioso.

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Copyright © The Society for American Archaeology 2005

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Hegmon, Michelle 2003 Setting Theoretical Egos Aside : Issues and Theory in North American Archaeology. American Antiquity 68 : 213243.Google Scholar
Watkins, Joe 2003 Beyond the Margin : American Indians, First Nations, and Archaeology in North America. American Antiquity 68 : 273285.Google Scholar