archaeology in the u s s r

Book Details

• Publisher: Penguin Books

• Author: A.L. Mongait

• Language: English

• Published Year: 1961

• Pages: 320

• Binding: Paperback

• Book Condition: Used – Good

• Condition Note: Includes 24 plates and 30 text figures; book is in good condition but pages are yellowish white

• Dimensions: 18 x 11 cm

• Availability: In Stock

About the Book

This scholarly work by A.L. Mongait provides a detailed overview of archaeological research and discoveries in the former U.S.S.R. The book examines excavation methods, interpretative approaches, and the development of archaeological science within the Soviet academic tradition.

Richly supported by 24 plates and 30 text figures, the volume illustrates key findings related to prehistoric cultures, ancient settlements, and early civilizations across Eurasia. It reflects the methodological rigor and historical interpretations characteristic of mid-twentieth-century Soviet scholarship.

An important reference for students and researchers interested in archaeology, ancient history, and the historiography of Soviet-era academic studies.