A Basic Guide to Archaeology

Jennifer Laing

ISBN 10: 189773820X / ISBN 13: 9781897738207

Published by Greenlight Publishing, 2004

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Synopsis:

A Basic Guide to Archaeology by Jennifer Laing The author, Jennifer Laing, is an experienced freelance lecturer who has written many books and organised many field trips, and is therefore no stranger to such questions. The text has been presented in an easy-to-understand question and answer format. There are chapters covering the history of archaeology and its founders, but the book also explains the current views and thinking of those presently employed within the field. The practical side of archaeology is also well-represented with topics being covered such as the finding of sites, how to date them, and excavation techniques. Dealing with virtually every aspect of archaeology, this book will appeal to all those interested in the subject, including those about to study it at university. Chapter headings: First things first - What is Archaeology? - What is an archaeologist? - Practical Matters - The Law - Who invented archaeology? - Jargon debunked - Identifying objects - Places - People - Have there ever been important breakthroughs? - Does it ever go wrong? - What's it matter anyway? They are all dead - How can I get involved? - A case history

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Basic Guide to Archaeology
Publisher: Greenlight Publishing
Publication Date: 2004
Binding: paperback
Condition: Very Good