Contemporary Theory of Conservation by Salvador Munoz-Vinas (30-Oct-2004) Paperback

by Salvador Muñoz Viñas

Classical theories of conservation are well known in the heritage community, but in the last two decades thinking has shifted, and classical theory has faced increasing criticism. Contemporary Theory of Conservation brings together current ideas in conservation theory, presenting a structured, coherent analysis of the subject for the first time.This engaging and readable text is split into 3 parts. The first, Fundamentals of conservation, addresses the identity of conservation itself, and problems arising when classical conservation theories are applied. The second part, Questioning classical theories, delves deeper into the criticism of classical ideas such as reversibility. This leads on to the creation of new paradigms such as sustainability, which are covered in the final part of the book, Conservation ethics.

Genres: Nonfiction, Architecture, Conservation

Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Marisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Once more the limitations of Contemporary Conservation are described, the frame for new theories is given, but no real tools or processes are discussed. It is in the same "wave" of Critical Heritage Studies: criticism and analysis of limitations, however no new ground or inovative practices are presented. Conservation do needs to be in more direct contact with the communities and respect the different values embedded in heritage. But the real question remains the same: How?

[Guini Mayse · Rating 5 out of 5]

An extraordinary over view of theory, I think this text is a great foundation to learn about conservation, it gives outlines and clear ideas of how conservation practices should take place. Of course there will always be shifts in the process becuase every object is different, but it’s having that foundation so you know that every object is unique!

[Dong Layug · Rating 5 out of 5]

i want to read it