Elements of Architecture explores new ways of engaging architecture in archaeology. It conceives of architecture both as the physical evidence of past societies and as existing beyond the physical environment; considering how people in the past have not just dwelled in buildings but have existed within them. The book engages with the meeting point between these two perspectives. For although archaeologists must deal with the presence and absence of physicality as a discipline; which studies humans through things; to understand humans they must also address the performances; as well as temporal and affective impacts; of these material remains. The contributions in this volume investigate the way time; performance and movement; both physically and emotionally; are central aspects of understanding architectural assemblages. It is a book about the constellations of people; places and things that emerge and dissolve as affective; mobile; performative and temporal engagements. This volume juxtaposes archaeological research with perspectives from anthropology; architecture; cultural geography and philosophy in order to explore the kaleidoscopic intersections of elements coming together in architecture. Documenting the ephemeral; relational; and emotional meeting points with a category of material objects that have defined much research into what it means to be human; Elements of Architecture elucidates and expands upon a crucial body of evidence which allows us to explore the lives and interactions of past societies.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. The Pain Is Still Too RealBy stforI have read many books on the Native American History. I am of Mixed Blood and have always had a high interest in Cherokee culture. When I started reading this book I couldnt put it down and finished it in a few days. When I finished I was left wanting more. I frequent Tahlequah two or three time a year as my Grandmother lived there until her passing a few years ago. Next time I return I will have a whole new outlook on the town. Every story tugs at the heartstrings because of the tortures and pain that was inflicted on the true American Natives to this country. I thought I knew alot about the history; but found many many new things I didnt know. Personally I would like to thank Ms Duvall for authoring this Great Book.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great for history buffsBy NanGreat historical information and lots of wonderful pictures.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Tahlequah and the Cherokee NationBy sallythis is a great book; to see what life was really like in the 1800s. for anyone who thought that the Cherokees were still living in teepees
