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- Title
The archaeologist Marija Gimbutas. Grand theories at the outskirts of modernity.
- Authors
Luika, Lelde
- Abstract
This text provides an overview of the work and legacy of archaeologist Marija Gimbutas, focusing on her theories about pre-Christian European cultures and the role of folklore in understanding prehistoric civilizations. It acknowledges the challenges she faced as an outsider due to her gender and cultural background, and the criticism and marginalization she experienced from mainstream archaeology. The text also highlights the controversies and misunderstandings surrounding her ideas, while emphasizing the importance of re-evaluating her work and understanding her position in Eastern European intellectual history. Additionally, it mentions her contributions to the study of the early Bronze Age in Eastern Europe and the confirmation of her Kurgan hypothesis through DNA data.
- Subjects
SOCIAL constructivism; ARCHAEOLOGISTS; MODERNITY; SOCIAL theory; SOFT power (Social sciences)
- Publication
Baltic Worlds, 2024, Vol 17, Issue 1/2, p128
- ISSN
2000-2955
- Publication type
Article