Wetland Archaeology and Beyond: Theory and Practice

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Francesco Menotti (Professor of Archaology, Institute of Prehistory and Archaeological Science, Basel University)

Wetland Archaeology and Beyond

Theory and Practice

Francesco Menotti (Professor of Archaology, Institute of Prehistory and Archaeological Science, Basel University)

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Oxford University Press
01 March 2012

Archaeological theory; Landscape archaeology; Environmental archaeology; Archaeological methodology & techniques

Despite being one of the most successful branches of mainstream archaeology, wetland archaeology, as an academic discipline, is still relatively unknown. We might have all heard of the wonderfully preserved organic artefacts and ecofacts found in waterlogged conditions, but do we really know how they were preserved, found, retrieved, and conserved for us to admire and study? Wetland Archaeology and Beyond takes the reader through the fascinating biography of wetland archaeology, from the dawn of the discipline to its remarkable achievements. Through a discussion of a large variety of worldwide wetland archaeological sites and their material culture, Menotti offers an appreciative study of the people who occupied these sites and who created the archaeological artefacts. The volume also includes a comprehensive explanation of the procedures and research processes involved in archaeological practice and theory. Focusing on the relationship between archaeological experts and the general public, Menotti highlights the importance of this relationship for the future of the discipline as wetland ecosystems continue to disappear at an inexorable rate - and with them our invaluable cultural heritage.

By: Francesco Menotti (Professor of Archaology Institute of Prehistory and Archaeological Science Basel University)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 240mm, Width: 163mm, Spine: 34mm
Weight: 1g
ISBN: 9780199571017
ISBN 10: 0199571015
Pages: 564
Publication Date: 01 March 2012
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational , A / AS level , Further / Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

List of Figures Listof Maps List of Tables Dating Abbreviations 1: Wetland archaeology inside out 2: People-wetlands interactions through space and time 3: Living in and between the wetlands: resource potential and adaptability 4: Abundant well-preserved evidence 5: In the field and beyond: survey, excavation, preservation and conservation 6: Joint effort: a multidisciplinary scientific network 7: True or false? Learning via experiments 8: Wetland archaeology in a wider context 9: Being aware of and protecting wetland cultural heritage Epilogue Glossary Maps References Index

Francesco Menotti is Professor of Archaeology at the Institute of Prehistory and Archaeological Science, at Basel University, Switzerland. He has been involved in wetland archaeological research for some fifteen years, working on various projects in different parts of Europe. His publications include 'The missing period': Middle Bronze Age lake-dwellings in the Alps (2001) and Living on the lake in prehistoric Europe (ed.) (2004).

Reviews for Wetland Archaeology and Beyond: Theory and Practice

a thorough, up to date reference on the study of wetlands in the past. D.J. Shepherd. CHOICE A remarkable new contribution to our understanding of how wetland archaeologists work around the world Aidan O'Sullivan, Antiquity