Archaeological Laboratory Methods: An Introduction - Softcover

Sutton, Mark; Arkush, Brooke

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0757559743 ISBN 13: 9780757559747

Publisher: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Co ,U.S., 2009

Synopsis

Archaeological Laboratory Methods: An Introduction by Mark Q. Sutton and Brooke S. Arkush introduces students to the theory and methods of describing and yzing archaeological material obtained from the field in a laboratory setting. The many approaches include basic description and various forms of more detailed yses of artifacts and other material.
This edition of Archaeological Laboratory Methods: An Introduction includes : a chapter on archaeology in general a chapter on cataloguing 11 chapters on methods of ysis a chapter on illustration a chapter on setting up a laboratory learning objectives for each chapter many illustrations a bibliography and suggested additional readings a detailed index and glossary a sample excavation report
AND has been updated to include the most recent materials has a completely revamped Chapter 14 (illustration) has new color photographs can be used by students and professionals alike
Archaeological Laboratory Methods: An Introduction seeks not only to provide instruction into the method and theory of laboratory ysis, but also to engage the reader to better understand the general process of archaeological research and its overall value in understanding both past and present human societies.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Co ,U.S.
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0757559743
• ISBN 13: 9780757559747
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 400