essay

Community dynamics and archaeological dynamics: some considerations of middle-range theory

ancient southwestern community : models and methods for the study of prehistoric social organization • Albuquerque • Published In 1994 • Pages: 55-65

By: Mills, Barbara J..

Abstract
Mills is interested in the roll of middle-range theory in archaeology. She points out cases in the Southwest where it had been used to determine the duration of occupation, the range of activities at a site, and the patterns of reoccupation.
Subjects
Theoretical orientation in research and its results
Settlement patterns
Ceramic technology
tradition
Early Anasazi
HRAF PubDate
2012
Region
North America
Sub Region
Southwest and Basin
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Sarah Berry; 2011
Field Date
not specified
Coverage Date
Pueblo I-III; 1300-700 BP (AD 700-1300)
Coverage Place
Cedar Mesa, Arizona and Colorado Plateau, Colorado and New Mexico, United States
Notes
Barbara J. Mills
Includes bibliographical references (p. 63-65)
LCCN
93036796
LCSH
Indians of North America--Southwest, New--Antiquities
Indians of North America--Southwest, New--Social life and customs--Congresses.