Archaeology in Practice: A Student Guide to Archaeological Analyses

by Jane Balme

Book Overview

This much-enhanced new edition of the highly accessible guide to practical archaeology is a vital resource for students. It features the latest methodologies, a wealth of case studies from around the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0631235744
• ISBN13: 9780631235743
• Release Date: November 2005
• Publisher: Blackwell Publishing Professional
• Length: 438 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 9.5" x 6.7"

Customer Reviews

Highly recommended for anyone contemplating, preparing for, or beginning a career in archaeology

Archaeology In Practice: A Student Guide To Archaeological Analyses is an anthology of essays by learned and experienced authors, written for students and professionals alike. Expertly selected and edited by a Senior Lecturer and an Archaeology Lecturer of the University of Western Australia, the essays cover such topics as finding sites, consulting stakeholders, rock art, stratigraphy, absolute dating, stone artifact analysis, ceramics, plant and animal remains, historical sources, and much more. A smattering of black-and-white diagrams illustrate the studious, serious-minded exploration of practical tools, tips, tricks and techniques. Archaeology In Practice is very highly recommended for anyone contemplating, preparing for, or beginning a career in archaeology.