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Networks and the Spread of Ideas in the Past: Strong Ties, Innovation and Knowledge Exchange
Networks and the Spread of Ideas in the Past: Strong Ties, Innovation and Knowledge Exchange
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The book explores the role of strong social ties in the transmission of complex information, using case studies from the early Iron Age Mediterranean to medieval Britain. It highlights the importance of sanctuaries, narrative, and social control in information transfer, and offers insights into the study and use of networks in archaeology and history.
Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Drawing on a wealth of case studies spanning from the early Iron Age Mediterranean to medieval Britain, the contributing authors emphasize the crucial role of strong social ties in the transmission of complex information. This process necessitates relationships structured through mutual trust, memory, and reciprocity. The authors highlight the significance of sanctuaries as hubs for information exchange, the power of narrative in fostering a sense of community across geographical distances, and the control of social systems as means to facilitate or hinder the transfer of new information.
This book serves as a valuable exploration of the past, offering insights into the ways in which social connections have shaped the transmission of knowledge. By examining these case studies, the authors provide us with a deeper understanding of the human stories behind historical events and shed light on the complexities of network formation and utilization. Moreover, this book represents a significant contribution to the study and application of networks in archaeology and history. It will be of great interest to academics and students engaged in these fields, as well as to anyone with an interest in the dynamics of social interaction and the transmission of information across time and space.
In conclusion, this book offers a rich and insightful perspective on the role of social ties in the transmission of complex information. Through its comprehensive analysis of case studies, it provides valuable insights into the past and offers practical applications for the study and use of networks in archaeology and history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in these fields and will undoubtedly contribute to our understanding of the human past.
Weight: 740g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138368477
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