Contributions To Global Historical Archaeology: A City at the End of the World

Schávelzon, Daniel; South, Stanley

A discussion of the historical archaeology of one of the largest cities in the world following four centuries of marginal positioning in regard to empires, trade routes, and the production and accumulation of wealth. The author describes how Buenos Aires came to achieve its current status as a major urban metropolis through an analysis of settlement patterns, architecture, the lifestyle of its residents, and the access to commodities of different social groups.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 1999-12-31

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9780306460647

DOI: 10.1007/b110496

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 187