Authors:M. Uda, G. Demortier, I. Nakai,
Publisher: Springer
Keywords: archaeology, rays
Number of Pages: 308
Published: 2005-09-27
List price: $219.00
ISBN-10: 1402035802
ISBN-13: 9781402035807

The application of X-rays to objects of archaeology and the attempt to gain insight into both construction and chemical composition in a non-destructive manner date back to the days of the discovery of radiation. Nowadays, X-ray techniques, such as X-ray fluorescence and diffraction are standard tools. The book contains scientific data, i.e. in situ measurement data taken with portable XRF and XRD, and fine data taken with accelerating ion beams and synchrotron radiations, and with their explanation. Results obtained by traditional scientific methods are also reviewed. The book contains expe

Author: Simon J. M. Davis
Publisher: Yale University Press
Keywords: animals, archaeology
Number of Pages: 224
Published: 1995-05-24
List price: $25.00
ISBN-10: 0300063059
ISBN-13: 9780300063059

In this pioneering work, Simon J. M. Davis presents a broad overview of the new science of zooarchaeology-the analysis of fossil remains of animals-explaining its methods and showing how it helps the archaeologist interpret a site and reconstruct our prehistory and history.

Author: Johannes H. N. Loubser
Publisher: AltaMira Press
Keywords: comic, archaeology
Number of Pages: 184
Published: 2003-05
List price: $33.95
ISBN-10: 075910381X
ISBN-13: 9780759103818

A brief introduction to contemporary archaeology in comic book format.

Author: Cheryl Claassen
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
Keywords: archaeology, women
Number of Pages: 264
Published: 1994-06-01
List price: $29.95
ISBN-10: 0812215095
ISBN-13: 9780812215090

Women in Archaeology documents and discusses attempts to exclude women from the discipline of archaeology and the resulting androcentrism of archaeological knowledge.

Author: Clive Gamble
Publisher: Routledge
Keywords: basics, archaeology
Number of Pages: 272
Published: 2007-09-07
List price: $110.00
ISBN-10: 0415359740
ISBN-13: 9780415359740

This second edition from our successful Basics series presents another chance to delve into this increasingly popular subject. Fully updated, Archaeology: The Basics has also been revised to reflect growth in areas such as material culture, human evolution and the political use of the past. Lively and engaging, some of the key questions answered include: What are the basic concepts of archaeology? How and what do we know about people and objects from the past? What makes a good explanation in archaeology? How do we know where to look? From everyday examples to the more obscure, this is

Author: James H. Charlesworth
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Keywords: archaeology, jesus
Number of Pages: 739
Published: 2006-08
List price: $50.00
ISBN-10: 080284880X
ISBN-13: 9780802848802

Author: David W. Phillipson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Keywords: archaeology, african
Number of Pages: 404
Published: 2005-06-20
List price: $164.00
ISBN-10: 0521832365
ISBN-13: 9780521832366

David Phillipson presents an illustrated account of African prehistory, from the origins of humanity through European colonization in this revised and expanded edition of his original work. Phillipson considers Egypt and North Africa in their African context, comprehensively reviewing the archaeology of West, East, Central and Southern Africa. His book demonstrates the relevance of archaeological research to understanding contemporary Africa and stresses the continent’s contribution to the cultural heritage of humankind.