The Penguin Archaeology Guide

By: Bahn, Paul G.

Book Overview

A comprehensive A-Z guide to all aspects of world archaeology, comprising approx 3000 articles written by an international team of specialists. The Penguin Archaeology Guide is designed for anyone with an interest in the world of archaeology - whether professinal or amateur. It offers up-to-date coverage of sites and artifacts from all corners of the globe, explores civilisations and peoples and gives a clear, accurate account of archaeological terms. It also explores archaeological theory and practice and gives biographical accounts of important archaeologists. The dictionary is illustrated thoughout with maps and diagrams.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0140514481
• ISBN13: 9780140514483
• Release Date: November 2002
• Publisher: Penguin Books
• Length: 520 Pages
• Weight: 0.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.1" x 1.4" x 6.9"

Customer Reviews

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The Best dictionary of archaeology I've seen. I used it this semester for my anthropology class (which includes archaeology) and I pulled down an A! Very thourough and concise.