Archaeology

A Very Short Introduction

Paul Bahn (Freelance writer, translator, and broadcaster in archaeology)

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Oxford University Press
30 October 2012

History; Social & cultural history; Archaeology; Archaeological methodology & techniques

Series: Very Short Introductions

This entertaining Very Short Introduction reflects the enduring popularity of archaeology - a subject which appeals as a pastime, career, and academic discipline, encompasses the whole globe, and surveys 2.5 million years. From deserts to jungles, from deep caves to mountain tops, from pebble tools to satellite photographs, from excavation to abstract theory, archaeology interacts with nearly every other discipline in its attempts to reconstruct the past.

In this new edition, Paul Bahn brings the text up to date, including information about new discoveries and interpretations in the field, and highlighting the impact of developments such as the potential use of DNA and stable isotopes in teeth, as well the effect technology and science are having on archaeological exploration.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

By: Paul Bahn (Freelance writer translator and broadcaster in archaeology)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: Updated ed
Dimensions: Height: 174mm, Width: 116mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 130g
ISBN: 9780199657438
ISBN 10: 0199657432
Series: Very Short Introductions
Pages: 136
Publication Date: 30 October 2012
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Archaeology: A Very Short Introduction

Acclaim for the first edition: A quite brilliant and level-headed look at the curious world of archaeology. --Barry Cunliffe, Oxford University, author of Europe Between the Oceans