Practical Handbook of Archaeology (Hardcover)

Chris Catling

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This is a beginner's guide to unearthing the past. It is an invaluable tool for amateur archaeologists with 300 step-by-step photographs, maps and illustrations from excavations around the world. This is the ultimate hands-on resource for new enthusiasts, students and volunteer archaeologists attending their first dig. It is a practical and professional guidebook to every aspect of in-the-field archaeology. It is packed with detailed illustrations and information to take you from beginner to advanced level. It features how-to photographic sequences of field surveys and excavations, plus guidance on handling and recording finds. It features step-by-step tuition and case studies to prepare student and amateur archaeologists for on-site experience. This illustrated practical guide to archaeology is perfect for anyone with a passion for the past. The varied techniques involved in planning and conducting an excavation are discussed in detail, from the initial non-invasive survey and site-walking through to processing and recording finds on site. You can learn how to locate buried archaeology through map regression and the study of aerial photographs; walk a site to sample the finds turned up by farming; or take part in a comprehensive site survey using the latest geophysical technology. With over 300 photographs and illustrations, this is an invaluable practical handbook on fieldwork techniques.

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Imprint:	Hermes House
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	November 2013
First published:	December 2013
Authors:	Chris Catling
Dimensions:	236 x 305 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	128
ISBN-13:	978-0-85723-292-2
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Archaeology > Archaeological methodology & techniques Promotions
LSN:	0-85723-292-4
Barcode:	9780857232922