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Ethics and Burial Archaeology (Debates in Archaeology) (Duckworth Debates in Archaeology)
Ethics and Burial Archaeology - Debates in Archaeology - Duckworth Debates in Archaeology Author:Duncan Sayer Human remains have always been central to archaeological investigation, but archaeologists are not the only ones with an interest in their treatment. Political groups, neo-pagans, relatives and disenfranchised groups are all becoming more vocal in expressing their opinions on a world stage. This book sets a new agenda for ethical studies in mort... more »uary investigation, adducing a series of case studies which can be used to understand the questions facing burial archaeology. Who owns the dead not just their bodies but also their stories? Do the remains themselves matter or are there other political agendas which influence interest groups? The author encourages archaeologists to be more open and inclusive when conducting mortuary projects, as it is often the perception of secrecy or interference with the dead that raises concern about the treatment of historical and scientifically important skeletal remains.« less