Understanding Physical Anthropology and Archeology

By William A. Turnbaugh, Harry Nelson, Robert Jurmain

Book Overview

This text is designed for instructors who want to devote time to archeology in their physical anthropology course. It combines treatment of interrelated disciplines (physical anthropology and archeology) and emphasizes human biological and cultural development. It stresses the importance of the biocultural approach and the techniques of paleoanthropology for discovering information about the human past. Photo essays are also included.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0314069410
• ISBN13: 9780314069412
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing
• Length: 623 Pages
• Weight: 2.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.3" x 8.5" x 1.0"

Customer Reviews

A good college text with nice pictures

Very good on old bones and site mechanics, but fails on Greek archeology which is actually the beginnings of archeology. It is somewhat unfair in the analysis of foods with a North American origin as well. Pine Nuts and Acorns are left out as well as cactus. The Polynesian civilization is completely absent. I have to say that I learned somethings from the datings and the maps which are extensive and annotated well. The text is well written and as nearly up to date as a text can be.

This is an excellent Anthropology resource!

I had to use this textbook for a college anthropology class recently. I found that reading the book every night was actually enjoyable--it has an incredibly easy reading-style! Also, the authors are very careful to offer numerous opinions on most subjects so that the reader can draw their own informed opinions. I think this book is excellent for anyone interested in learning about anthropology or archaeology for the first time. Enjoy!