EP021 - Flint Dibble & Milo Rossi Join Forces
Bridges Podcast
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Interpreting the Past: Context in Archaeology
This chapter explores the complexities of archaeological interpretation, focusing on how context shapes the understanding of historical artifacts and architecture. Highlighting examples like the misinterpretation of clay figurines in Crete and Heinrich Schliemann's findings at Troy, the discussion underscores the evolving nature of archaeological hypotheses. The chapter also touches on the significance of ancient art in reshaping animal perceptions and the importance of record-keeping in preserving historical narratives.
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