Cultural Resource Laws and Practice

by Thomas F. King

Archaeologists, historic preservationists, environmentalists, tribal governments, and even some private property owners are affected by laws regulating the use of cultural resources. In this third edition of Cultural Resource Laws and Practice, Thomas F. King presents clear, practical information for those who need to navigate the labyrinth of cultural resource management (CRM). He discusses the various federal, state, and local laws governing the protection of resources, how they have been interpreted, how they operate in practice, and even how they are sometimes in contradiction with each other. He provides helpful advice on how to ensure regulatory compliance in dealing with archaeological sites, historic buildings, urban districts, sacred sites and objects, shipwrecks, and archives. King also offers careful guidance through the confusing array of federal, state, and tribal offices concerned with cultural resource management.

Genres: Archaeology, Anthropology, Nonfiction, History, Reference, Read For School, Museums

442 pages, Paperback

First published October 16, 1998

Reviews

[Chris Webster · Rating 4 out of 5]

A dry subject made palatable by an archaeologist that practically wrote the book on historic preservation.

[Alyssa Terrill · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is full of important information packaged in a semi-interesting way, but holy cow King is so pessimistic. I hope he’s doing alright.

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent overview of Federal historic preservation law, and it's about as readable a summary of the statutes & regs as well as the history behind them.

My students have always valued this book as a good resource and appreciated having it for future reference. The 3rd Edition is now out but I haven't read it yet. I'll do an updated review when I've finished it.

[Meara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thomas F. King is the god of Cultural Resource Management. But, only nerds like myself really care.

[Brian Melchers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Maybe the most honest, down-to-earth textbook I have ever read. The author writes as though he is talking to you and he has a sense humor. High marks .

[Jennifer Bentley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Used for COMPS prep- Cultural Resource Management, M.A.