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Archaeology For Dummiesby Nancy Marie White
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2009; US$ 21.99An objective guide to this fascinating science of history and culture Archaeology continually makes headlines--from recent discoveries like the frozen Copper-Age man in the Italian Alps to the newest dating of the first people in America at over 14,0000 years ago. Archaeology For Dummies offers a fascinating look at this intriguing field, taking readers on-site and revealing little-known details about some of the world's greatest archaeological discoveries. It explores how archaeology attempts to uncover the lives of our ancestors, examining historical dig sites around the world and explaining theories about ancient human societies. The guide also offers helpful information for readers who want to participate in an excavation themselves,... more...
Archaeological Approaches to Cultural Identityby S. J. Shennan
Routledge 1994; US$ 64.95Examines the critical implications of cultural identity from a variety of perspectives. Questions the nature and limits of archaeological knowledge of the past and the relationship of material culture to cultural identity. more...
Historical Archaeologyby Pedro Paulo A. Funari; Martin Hall; Sian Jones
Routledge 1998; US$ 225.00Will be a welcome contribution to recent debates in historical archaeology. It will be of interest to students and scholars working in the fields of history and archaeology. more...
Archaeologies of the Contemporary Pastby Victor Buchli; Gavin Lucas
Routledge 2001; US$ 43.95The Contributors to this volume represent the most recent research in this exciting new field. This new archaeology gives a crucial understanding of the experience of modernity and the communities it continues to affect. more...
Time and Archaeologyby Tim Murray
Routledge 1999; US$ 140.00This pioneering collection illustrates and explores the diversity of archaeological approaches to time. The contributors contrast a scientific understanding with social, cultural and religious ideas of time. more...
Field Archaeologyby Peter L. Drewett
Routledge 1999; US$ 38.95The dig is the face of archaeology most immediately recognised by the general public, and is often what attracts both students and amateurs to the discipline. Yet there is much more to working in the field than digging alone. Peter Drewett's comprehensive survey explores every stage of the process, from the core work of discovery and excavation to the final product, the published archaeological report. more...
Natural Disasters and Cultural Changeby Robin Torrence; John Grattan
Routledge 2002; US$ 44.95This book explores the role played by catastrophic natural events in generating cultural change. Featuring famous events like the eruption of Vesuvius it is extremely useful to academics, scholars and professionals. more...
Practical Applications of GIS for Archaeologistsby K. Wescott; R. Brandon
CRC Press 1999; US$ 67.95The use of Geographic Information Systems is the most important and powerful technology introduced to archaeology since carbon dating. Containing a free integrated CDROM, this book focuses on GIS use in predicting archaeological site locations. more...
Using Computers in Archaeologyby Gary Lock
Routledge 2003; US$ 44.95This is the first comprehensive review of computer applications in archaeology from the archaeologist's perspective. The book deals with all aspects of the discipline, from survey and excavation to museums and education. more...
Archaeology and the Information Ageby Paul Reilly; Sebastian Rahtz
Routledge 1992; US$ 185.00International contributors examine the way in which modern technology is revolutionising arch- aeological knowledge. Will improved techniques and communication lead to the democratisation of archaeological knowledge on a global basis? more...









