The Relevance of Palynology to Archaeology
The Relevance of Palynology to Archaeology

Author: Phillip G. Ladd

Publisher:

Published: 1981

Total Pages:

ISBN-13:

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Vegetation and climatic change; possible evidence for human occupation; effects of fire; archaeological sites with pollen analysis Nullarbor Plain, Kangaroo Island, Wyrie Swamp, Hunter Island, Lancefield, Kow Swamp.

Paleoethnobotany
Paleoethnobotany

Author: Deborah M. Pearsall

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2013-10-22

Total Pages: 483

ISBN-13: 148328896X

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This book describes the approaches and techniques of paleoethnobotany--the study of the interrelationships between human populations and the plant world through the archaeological record. Its purpose is twofold. First, it assembles in one volume the three major methods of paleoethnobotany, the analysis of macroremains, pollen analysis, and phytolith analysis, for the student or professional interested in the field. Second, it presents on paleoethnobotanist's view of the discipline: its past, present, and future, its strengths and weaknesses, and its role in modern archaeology. ï A comprehensive reference work for archaeologists and paleobotanists interested in reconstructing interrelationships between humans and plants from the archaeological record ï The first general of work theory and methods to emerge from this subdiscipline which has developed during the past twenty years ï Makes the approaches and techniques of this field more accessible to the general anthropological and botanical audiences ï Offers archaeologists a handbook of field sampling and flotation techniques as well as an introduction to methods of analysis and interpretation in paleoethnobotany

Forensic Archaeology
Forensic Archaeology

Author: Kimberlee Sue Moran

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2019-01-24

Total Pages: 338

ISBN-13: 3030032914

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This book presents the multidisciplinary field of forensic archaeology as complementary but distinct from forensic anthropology. By looking beyond basic excavation methods and skeletal analyses, this book presents the theoretical foundations of forensic archaeology, novel contexts and applications, and demonstrative case studies from practitioners active in the field. Many of the chapters present new approaches and methods not previously covered in other forensic archaeology books, some of which may be of direct use to those conducting criminal investigations.

Current Research in Phytolith Analysis
Current Research in Phytolith Analysis

Author: Deborah M. Pearsall

Publisher: UPenn Museum of Archaeology

Published: 1993-01-29

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 9781931707022

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Paleobotanical studies are assuming an increasingly important role in archaeology, providing information on prehistoric social structures, environments, and economic concerns. This volume presents the latest applications of phytolith analysis in archaeology and paleoecology. It demonstrates the versatility of the discipline. MASCA Vol. 10

Ethnopalynology
Ethnopalynology

Author: Dawn M. Marshall

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 9783639064018

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Using pollen to answer questions from the past or from the present is a useful and interesting pursuit that is continually changing the ways in which we view our world, our ancestors and ourselves. New avenues of study are constantly evolving within the science of palynology and especially ethnopalynology to bring to light new information that was not available because of methodology, lack of understanding or both. Ethnopalynology is defined as any information that may be derived from pollen data that is indicative of human activity from the past or present in an archaeological context. In this book I explore new avenues of how to process pollen from a variety of materials and contexts including the history, terminology, techniques, and theories of ethnopalynology as it pertains to archaeology. The purpose of this book is to provide a handbook for archaeologists or anyone interested in the application of ethnopalynology to attain a better understanding of what pollen data can and cannot be used for, and how to sample for pollen in a variety of archaeological contexts.