Art and Archaeology of Afghanistan, Its Fall and Survival, A Multi-disciplinary Approach
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During the last couple of decades Afghanistan’s cultural heritage has faced exceptional challenges. Looting of the National Museum, ‘Kabul Museum’, the neglect of monuments and extensive illegal excavations have taken place. However, what really shook the world was the destruction of the Buddhas of Bamiyan in March 2001.
This volume focuses on Afghanistan’s cultural heritage protection. Its purpose is threefold.
Author: Juliette Van Krieken Pieters
ISBN: 9789004151826
Binding: Hardback
Published Year: 2006
Pages: 436
Language: English
Description
To provide an overview of the diversity of activities undertaken in the cultural heritage field. To change public opinion into a more positive one. And to serve as an example for future generations.
This multidisciplinary book (including contributions from archaeologists, linguists, and lawyers) will interest both scholars in the cultural, legal and humanistic field as well as the public at large. Many exceptional photographs are included.
Additional information
| Weight | 1.13 kg |
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| Dimensions | 24.4 × 16.3 × 3.3 cm |
