Current Scientific Techniques in Archaeology
Current Scientific Techniques in Archaeology

Author: P. A. Parkes

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-10-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781138818033

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In the early 1980s several revolutionary new techniques were introduced to archaeological science - including accelerator C-14 dating, thermoluminescence dating of burnt flint and calcite, and the application of uranium series dating to Palaeolithic material. Developments in analytical chemistry also made possible more detailed and accurate analyses of archaeological material. This book, published in 1986, provides a guide for the archaeologist with little scientific training to these techniques as well as to established techniques from the physical and chemical sciences, and has a chapter on the archaeological uses of computers. Each chapter describes the archaeological potential of the technique and explains the scientific principles involved, with a number of examples to illustrate the particular technique in practice. Attention is given to common problems which may affect the accuracy or nature of the results obtained and to what constitutes a suitable sample.

The Science and Archaeology of Materials
The Science and Archaeology of Materials

Author: Julian Henderson

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 351

ISBN-13: 0415199336

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This volume provides a clear and up-to-date description of how the materials were exploited, modified and manufactured in prehistoric and historic periods.

Conservation Practices on Archaeological Excavations
Conservation Practices on Archaeological Excavations

Author: Corrado Pedelì

Publisher: Getty Publications

Published: 2014-02-01

Total Pages: 170

ISBN-13: 1606061585

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The relationship between archaeology and conservation has long been complex and, at times, challenging. Archaeologists are often seen as interested principally in excavation and research, while conservators are concerned mainly with stabilization and the prevention of deterioration. Yet it is often initial conservation in the field that determines the long-term survival and intelligibility of both moveable artifacts and fixed architectural features. This user-friendly guide to conservation practices on archaeological excavations covers both structures and artifacts, starting from the moment when they are uncovered. Individual chapters discuss excavation and conservation, environmental and soil issues, deterioration, identification and condition assessment, detachment and removal, initial cleaning, coverings and shelters, packing, and documentation. There are also eight appendixes. Geared primarily for professionals engaged in the physical practice of excavation, this book will also interest archaeologists, archaeological conservators, site managers, conservation scientists, museum curators, and students of archaeology and conservation.

Archaeological Science
Archaeological Science

Author: Michael P. Richards

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2020-01-16

Total Pages: 467

ISBN-13: 0521195225

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An accessible and wide-ranging introduction to the exciting and expanding field of archaeological science, for students, professionals and academics.

Earth Sciences and Archaeology
Earth Sciences and Archaeology

Author: Paul Goldberg

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-11-11

Total Pages: 519

ISBN-13: 1461511836

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This volume brings together contributions from an experienced group of archaeologists and geologists whose common objective is to present thorough and current reviews of the diverse ways in which methods from the earth sciences can contribute to archaeological research. Many areas of research are addressed here, including artifact analysis and sourcing, landscape reconstruction and site formation analysis, soil micromorphology and geophysical exploration of buried sites.

Archaeology
Archaeology

Author: Kevin Greene

Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 9780812218282

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A substantially revised and expanded edition of one of the most widely-used and respected general introductions to the field of archaeology.

Current Paleoethnobotany
Current Paleoethnobotany

Author: Christine A. Hastorf

Publisher: University of Chicago Press

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13: 0226318931

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A full discussion of the major stages and problems of paleoethnobotanical research, from designing and testing equipment to quantification and interpretation. Combining case studies and theoretical discussions, the volume explores a wide range of issues relevant to collecting, analyzing, and interpreting plant remains to provide accurate information about past human societies. Contributors offer data on specific regions as well as more general background information on the basic techniques of paleoethnobotany for the nonspecialist. Cloth ed. ($24.95) not seen. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

An Introduction to Archaeological Chemistry
An Introduction to Archaeological Chemistry

Author: T. Douglas Price

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2010-10-17

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 1441963766

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Archaeological chemistry is a subject of great importance to the study and methodology of archaeology. This comprehensive text covers the subject with a full range of case studies, materials, and research methods. With twenty years of experience teaching the subject, the authors offer straightforward coverage of archaeological chemistry, a subject that can be intimidating for many archaeologists who do not already have a background in the hard sciences. With clear explanations and informative illustrations, the authors have created a highly approachable text, which will help readers overcome that intimidation. Topics covered included: Materials (rock, pottery, bone, charcoal, soils, metals, and others), Instruments (microscopes, NAA, spectrometers, mass spectrometers, GC/MS, XRF & XRD, Case Studies (Provinience, Sediments, Diet Reconstruction, Past Human Movement, Organic Residues). The detailed coverage and clear language will make this useful as an introduction to the study of archaeological chemistry, as well as a useful resource for years after that introduction.

Quantifying Archaeology
Quantifying Archaeology

Author: Stephen Shennan

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-05-19

Total Pages: 374

ISBN-13: 148329594X

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This book introduces archaeologists to the most important quantitative methods, from the initial description of archaeological data to techniques of multivariate analysis. These are presented in the context of familiar problems in archaeological practice, an approach designed to illustrate their relevance and to overcome the fear of mathematics from which archaeologists often suffer.

Recent Advances in the Scientific Research on Ancient Glass and Glaze
Recent Advances in the Scientific Research on Ancient Glass and Glaze

Author: Fuxi Gan

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 570

ISBN-13: 9814630292

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"The aim of the book is to report the recent research development of ancient glass and glazing technology and the historical–cultural exchange of the East and West along the Silk Road. The contents of this book are dedicated to promote the exchanges between researchers in both social and scientific fields. The scope of this book includes the new archaeological findings of ancient glass and faience in the world, the relationship of glassmaking with glazing technology, the development and application of modern techniques used for the characterization of ancient glass and glaze, compound colorants/opacifiers among ancient glass, the early exchanges of culture and techniques used between China and elsewhere along the Silk Road, and so on."--Provided by publisher.