Noções elementares de archeologia by Joaquim Possidónio Narciso da Silva
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Silva, Joaquim Possidónio Narciso da, 1806-1896
Portuguese
"Noções elementares de archeologia" by Joaquim Possidónio Narciso da Silva is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work serves as a comprehensive introduction to archeology, detailing its historical context, significance, and methodologies for understanding ancient civilizations and their artifacts. The opening of the book...
highlights how even ancient peoples, such as the Greeks and Romans, did not fully grasp the importance of archeology as a separate discipline. The text then traces the development of archeological studies through different eras, emphasizing the contributions of notable figures and events that shaped the field, such as discoveries in Italy and advances in methodology by various scholars across Europe. With an engaging historical narrative, it sets the stage for further exploration into the specifics of archeological techniques and findings, making it clear that this work will be both a historical account of the discipline and a guide to its methods. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Emily Young
4 weeks agoI have to admit, the content encourages further exploration of the subject. One of the best books I've read this year.
Patricia Jones
4 weeks agoAt first I wasn’t convinced, but the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.
Oliver Martin
3 months agoI went into this with no expectations and the structure allows easy navigation and quick referencing. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.
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Jennifer Baker
1 month agoFrom a casual reader’s perspective, the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. I would gladly recommend this to others.