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Discovering the Past Through Archaeology: How to Study and Excavation: A practical book for the amateur archaeologist, with more than 300 photographs, maps and detailed illustrations - Softcover
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This is the science and practice of studying excavation materials and ancient sites with 300 colour photographs, maps and detailed illustrations. This is a unique book for the practical archeaologist, going beyond the initial discovery and excavation to the key processes of analysis that take place in the next stages. Discover what happens post dig, how all the information is linked together and analysed, and the different people involved in the process. Learn how to study artefacts to provide dating evidence and the range of techniques used including dendrochronology and radiocarbon dating. Investigate the many expert archaeological fields associated with buildings, battlefields, marine archaeology, facial reconstruction, forensics, archaeoastronomy, and more. This title includes an authoritative section on the major archaeological periods, from pre-history to pre-Columbian, and the discoveries associated with them. It gives advice on how to get involved in local research projects. This illustrated guide is ideal for anyone with a passion for delving into the past. It is a fascinating read for those who wish to learn all about what happens to the finds once they are recovered and how experts collate and link all the information together. A chronological section guides you through the major archaeological periods and explains how the study of ancient bones and stone tools has given new insights into the origins and evolution of the human species and our interaction with the environment. You can witness the human migrations that began in the Middle and Upper Palaeolithic eras, and progressed towards the great technologies of the later stone and metal ages, and culminating in complex civilizations. There are sections on the key techniques associated with different types of archaeological sites, from churches and burial chambers to industrial buildings and shipwrecks. With a total of 300 colour photographs and illustrative artworks, this is a fantastic reference book for new and experienced archaeologists alike.
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Christopher Catling is a best-selling author whose interest in archaeology and world heritage began when he started digging as a schoolboy. He writes for the Institute of Field Archaeology, the Society and Antiquaries and English Heritage, and is the Vice-Chairman of Cotswolds Archaeology.
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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. This illustrated guide is ideal for anyone with a passion for delving into the past. It is a fascinating read for new enthusiasts, students, volunteers and professionals who wish to learn all about what happens to the finds once they are recovered and how experts collate and link all the information together. You will learn all about the many and varied specialist methods employed such as building matrices, dating finds, analyzing human remains and deciphering ancient languages. A chronological section guides you through the major archaeological periods and explains how the study of ancient bones and stone tools has given new insights into the origins and evolution of the human species and our interaction with the environment. Witness the human migrations that began in the Middle and Upper Palaeolithic eras, and progressed towards the great technologies of the later stone and metal ages, and culminating in later complex civilizations. There are sections on the key techniques associated with different types of archaeological sites, from churches and burial chambers to industrial buildings and shipwrecks. With advice on how to get involved with volunteer digs, re-enactments and local conservation and research, there?s plenty to inspire the amateur and potentially develop into a field of study or a fully-fledged career. With over 300 colour photographs and illustrative artworks, this is a fantastic hands-on reference book for new and experienced archaeologists alike. With a total of 300 photographs and illustrative artworks, this is a fantastic reference book for new and experienced archaeologists alike. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781844769957
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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. This illustrated guide is ideal for anyone with a passion for delving into the past. It is a fascinating read for new enthusiasts, students, volunteers and professionals who wish to learn all about what happens to the finds once they are recovered and how experts collate and link all the information together. You will learn all about the many and varied specialist methods employed such as building matrices, dating finds, analyzing human remains and deciphering ancient languages. A chronological section guides you through the major archaeological periods and explains how the study of ancient bones and stone tools has given new insights into the origins and evolution of the human species and our interaction with the environment. Witness the human migrations that began in the Middle and Upper Palaeolithic eras, and progressed towards the great technologies of the later stone and metal ages, and culminating in later complex civilizations. There are sections on the key techniques associated with different types of archaeological sites, from churches and burial chambers to industrial buildings and shipwrecks. With advice on how to get involved with volunteer digs, re-enactments and local conservation and research, there?s plenty to inspire the amateur and potentially develop into a field of study or a fully-fledged career. With over 300 colour photographs and illustrative artworks, this is a fantastic hands-on reference book for new and experienced archaeologists alike. With a total of 300 photographs and illustrative artworks, this is a fantastic reference book for new and experienced archaeologists alike. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781844769957
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