Early Turkey: An Introduction to the Archaeology of Anatolia from Prehistory Through the Lydian Period [Paperback]

Martha Sharp Joukowsky (Author), Jean Blackburn (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 455 pages
• Publisher: Kendall Hunt Pub Co (February 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0787221414
• ISBN-13: 978-0787221416
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,611,296 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A Convenient Book, May 25, 2000

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This review is from: Early Turkey: An Introduction to the Archaeology of Anatolia from Prehistory Through the Lydian Period (Paperback)

This book lacks critical analysis, but it is useful as a comprehensive overview of the important pre-Islamic sites in Anatolia. Joukowsky tends to confine herself to certain labels and boundaries when discussing ancient Anatolia's civilizations, failing at times to see the fluidity and layered character of the ancient cultures she discusses. Overall, it is a good resource for Mediterranean archaeologists because it is really a collection of short site abstracts, rather than an analytical study. The writing is not always good, but the illustrations and bibliographies are helpful.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous, December 22, 1999

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Sarah M. Berman (Providence, RI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Early Turkey: An Introduction to the Archaeology of Anatolia from Prehistory Through the Lydian Period (Paperback)

A comprehensive, accessible guide to one of the most interesting regions in the world. Considering the state of the primary sources (dead losses), this book is an amazing accomplishment. The subject matter is fascinating and Joukowsky's writing style is engaging. You will end up finding Turkey as sexy as Martha does! A must-have for anyone with an interest in archaeology.