Archaeology: Theories, Methods and Practice

by Colin Renfrew (Author), Colin Renfrew (Author)

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  Paperback
  2008

  $4.31

  Here is the fifth edition of the bestselling introduction to archaeology, which has been adopted at hundreds of colleges and universities worldwide. It includes newly expanded summaries, coverage of all the most recent major developments in archaeological method, science, technology and theory, including gender archaeology, agency, materiality and engagement theory, and the latest GIS and survey techniques. Also discussed are such topics as genetics and linguistics and advances in dating methods. The book remains the most thorough introduction to archaeology on the market, and includes examples from every part of the world.

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  Paperback
  2000

  $3.25

  An introduction for students and enthusiasts of archaeology, expanded to incorporate advances in the field. Topics covered range from underwater methods to radiocarbon dating and 30 influential excavations are summarized. Modern techniques include DNA analysis and rock dating using chlorine 36.