Practices of Archaeological Stratigraphy - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0123264456 ISBN 13: 9780123264459

Publisher: Academic Press, 1993

Synopsis

A very good, near fine copy in illustrated boards, no dust jacket. Previous owners' bookplate and inscription on inside of front cover and upper ffep. PRACTICES OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL STRATIGRAPHY Edited by Edward C. Harris, Marley R. Brown III and Gregory J. Brown. viii, 296 p., ill. Interfaces in archaeological stratigraphy Marley R. Brown III and Edward C. Harris. Recording the archaeology of London Craig Spence. The contribution of the Harris Matrix to the development of Catalan archaeology Isabel G. Trócoli. Polish medieval e

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Synopsis:

This book aims to bring together a number of examples to illustrate the development and use of the Harris Matrix in describing and interpreting archaeological sites. This matrix, the theory of which is described in the two editions of Harris' previous book "Principles of Archaeological Stratigraphy", has made possible a simple diagrammatic representation of the stratigraphic sequence of an archaeological site, even a complex site. Here 17 essays present a sample of new work demonstrating the strengths and uses of the Harris Matrix. The relationships between the Harris method, open-air excavation techniques, the current interpretation of interfaces and the use of single-context plans and recording sheets is clarified by reference to specific sites, ranging from medieval Europe, through Mayan civilizations to colonial Williamsburg in the USA. This book should be of use to those involved in excavating and recording archaeological sites and should help to ensure that the maximum amount of site information can be gathered from future investigations.

About this edition

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0123264456
• ISBN 13: 9780123264459
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 296
• Editor: Harris Edward C.