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Ayala: Human Evolution: Trails from the Past. Paperback

Human Evolution: Trails from the Past
Ayala, Francisco Jose, Cela-Conde, Camilo J.
Paperback, 448 pages, 101 line illustrations, 162 half tones, 246 x 189 mm. suitable for both senior undergraduate and graduate level students taking courses on human evolution within departments of biology, anthropology, psychology and philosophy. The book will also appeal to a more general audience seeking a readable, up-to-date and inclusive treatment of human origins and evolution.

Bintliff: The Death of Archaeological Theory? Pb

The Death of Archaeological Theory?
Bintliff & Pearce 2011. Paperback, 96 pages, 9 b/w illus., 193 x 127 mm.

Greene: The Archaeology of the Roman Economy. Pb 9780520074019

The Archaeology of the Roman Economy.
Keven Greene 1990. Paperback, 192 pages, illustrations, 248 x 190 mm. Kevin Greene shows how archaeology can help provide a more balanced view of the Roman economy by informing the classical historian about geographical areas and classes of society that received little attention from the largely aristocratic classical writers whose work survives.

Adams: Archaeological Typology and Practical Reality: A Dialectical Approach to Artifact Classification and Sorting. Paperback

Archaeological Typology and Practical Reality: A Dialectical Approach to Artifact Classification and Sorting
Ernest W. Adams and William Y. Adams 2007
Paperback, 452 pages, 11 b/w illus. 10 tables, 228 x 152 mm
a study of the various ways in which field archaeologists set about making and using classifications to meet a variety of practical needs. The authors first discuss how humans form concepts. They then describe and analyse in detail a specific example of an archaeological classification, and go on to consider what theoretical generalizations can be derived from the study of actual in-use classifications

Algaze: The Uruk World System : The Dynamics of Expansion of Early Mesopotamian Civilization. Paperback

The Uruk World System : The Dynamics of Expansion of Early Mesopotamian Civilization
Guillermo Alagaze. Second revised edition 2010
Paperback, 174 pages, Illustrations, maps, 278 x 218 mm

Andrefsky: Lithic Technology. Measures of Production, Use and Curation. Hardcover

Lithic Technology. Measures of Production, Use and Curation. Hardcover
William Andrefsky
366 pages. 2008. The life history of stone tools is intimately linked to tool production, use, and maintenance.

Balme, Paterson: Archaeology in Practice. A Student Guide to Archaeological Analyses. Paperback

Archaeology in Practice. A Student Guide to Archaeological Analyses. Paperback
Edited by Jane Balme and Alistair Paterson
464 pages, 149 illustrations. 2005

Bradley: Rock Art and the Prehistory of Atlantic Europe: Signing the Land. Paperback

Rock Art and the Prehistory of Atlantic Europe: Signing the Land. Paperback
by Richard Bradley
296 pages, 58 drawings, 40 photos. 1997. Along the Atlantic seaboard, from Scotland to Spain, are numerous rock carvings made four to five thousand years ago, whose interpretation poses a major challenge to the archaeologist.

Butler: How to Read Prehistoric Monuments: A Unique Guide to Our Ancient Heritage. Hardback

How to Read Prehistoric Monuments: A Unique Guide to Our Ancient Heritage
Alan Butler 2011
Hardback, 272 pages, Illustrations, 210 x 153 mm
Alan Butler How to Read Prehistoric Monuments offers the best possible insight into the massive range of earthworks, henges and standing stones whose founding predates written history. Describing what monuments you can find in the British Isles and where specifically they can be found, the book explains as much as is known about the structures and why they were created as well as offering readers additional information about specific sites which are either especially interesting or especially spectacular. The main body of the book comprises of an A-Z section which details all the prehistoric site types in the British Isles and explains what they are - for example, 'Long Barrows', 'Standing Stones' and 'Fugues'.

Carver: Archaeological Investigation. Paperback

Archaeological Investigation
Martin Carver 2009
Paperback. 480 pages, 42 black & white tables, 50 black & white halftones, 50 black & white line drawings, 246 x 189 mm. This is no plodding manual but an inspiring, provocative, informative and entertaining book, urging that archaeological investigation is one of the most important things society does.

Connah: Writing About Archaeology: A Practical Guide. Paperback

Writing About Archaeology: A Practical Guide
Graham Connah 2010
Paperback, 224 pages, 31 b/w illus. 3 maps, 215 x 137 mm
In this book, Graham Connah offers an overview of archaeological authorship: its diversity, its challenges, and its methodology. Based on his own experiences, he presents his personal views about the task of writing about archaeology. The book is not intended to be a technical manual.

Darwin: The Empire Project: The Rise and Fall of the British World-system, 1830-1970. Paperback

The Empire Project: The Rise and Fall of the British World-system, 1830-1970
J. G. Darwin 2011
Paperback, 784 pages, 11 maps, 228 x 152 mm
This unprecedented history charts how this intricate imperial web was first strengthened, then weakened and finally severed on the rollercoaster of global economic, political and geostrategic upheaval on which it rode from beginning to end.

Dickinson: Aegean from Bronze Age to Iron Age. Paperback

Aegean from Bronze Age to Iron Age. Paperback
Oliver Dickinson
320 pages, 3 illustrations, 12 halftones, 44 line drawings. New edition, 2006. He includes up-to-date coverage of the "Homeric question". This text focuses on: the reasons for the Bronze Age collapse which brought about the Dark Ages; the processes that enabled Greece to emerge from the Dark Ages; and the degree of continuity from the Dark Ages to later times.

Dommelen: Material Connections in the Ancient Mediterranean : Mobility, Materiality and Identity. Paperback

Material Connections in the Ancient Mediterranean: Mobility, Materiality and Identity
Peter van Dommelen, A. Bernard Knapp 2010
Paperback, 272 pages, 2 black & white tables, 34 black & white halftones, 36 black & white line drawings, 234 x 156 mm
"Material Connections" eschews outdated theory, tainted by colonialist attitudes, and develops a new cultural and historical understanding of how factors such as mobility, materiality, conflict and co-presence impacted on the formation of identity in the ancient Mediterranean. Fighting against 'hyper-specialisation' within the subject area, it explores the multiple ways that material culture was used to establish, maintain and alter identities, especially during periods of transition, culture encounter and change. A new perspective is adopted, one that perceives the use of material culture by prehistoric and historic Mediterranean people in formulating and changing their identities.

During: The Prehistory of Asia Minor: From Complex Hunter-Gatherers to Early Urban Societies. Pb

The Prehistory of Asia Minor: From Complex Hunter-Gatherers to Early Urban Societies
Bleda S. Düring 2011
Paperback, 374 pages, 62 b/w illus., 253 x 215 mm
In this book, Bleda During offers an archaeological analysis of Asia Minor, the area equated with much of modern-day Turkey, from 20,000 to 2,000 BC. During this period human societies moved from small-scale hunter-gatherer groups to complex and hierarchical communities with economies based on agriculture and industry. Dr During traces the spread of the Neolithic way of life, which ultimately reached across Eurasia, and the emergence of key human developments, including the domestication of animals, metallurgy, fortified towns and long-distance trading networks.

Greene: Archaeology: An Introduction. 5th edition Paperback

Archaeology: An Introduction. 5th edition
Kevin Greene 2010
Paperback, 416 pages, 91 black & white illustrations, 39 colour illustrations, 7 black & white tables, 147 b/w ill., 246 x 189 mm.

Gremillion: Ancestral Appetites: Food in Prehistory. Paperback.

Ancestral Appetites: Food in Prehistory
Kristen J. Gremillion 2011
Paperback, 196 pages, 9 b/w illus. 2 maps, 228 x 152 mm. This book explores the relationship between prehistoric people and their food - what they ate, why they ate it and how researchers have pieced together the story of past foodways from material traces. Contemporary human food traditions encompass a seemingly infinite variety, but all are essentially strategies for meeting basic nutritional needs developed over millions of years. Humans are designed by evolution to adjust our feeding behaviour and food technology to meet the demands of a wide range of environments through a combination of social and experiential learning. In this book, Kristen J. Gremillion demonstrates how these evolutionary processes have shaped the diversification of human diet over several million years of prehistory. She draws on evidence extracted from the material remains that provide the only direct evidence of how people procured, prepared, presented and consumed food in prehistoric times.

Grewe: Meisterwerke antiker Technik. Gebunden

Meisterwerke antiker Technik
Klaus Grewe 2010
168 Seiten; 22 x 25 cm; 143 Farb-. 21s/w-Abb.; geb. mit Schutzumschlag
Der vorliegende Band erschließt frühes Technikwissen und stellt ausgewählte Glanzlichter der Technik aus dem Römischen Imperium vor. Zugleich ist das Buch ein hervorragender Helfer bei der Vorbereitung einer Reise zu den antiken Denkmälern der Technikgeschichte.

Hedeager: Iron Age Myth and Materiality: An Archaeology of Scandinavia AD 400-1000 Paperback

Iron Age Myth and Materiality: An Archaeology of Scandinavia AD 400-1000
Lotte Hedeager
Paperback, 320 pages, 62 black & white illustrations, 16 black & white halftones, 27 black & white line drawing, 234 x 156 mm
No other study provides such a broad ranging and authoritative study of the relationship of myth to the archaeology of Scandinavia.

Hodder: Archaeology as Long-Term History. Paperback

Archaeology as Long-Term History
Ian Hodder 2009
Paperback, 160 pages, 280 x 210 mm. In marked contrast with the anthropological and cross-cultural approaches that featured so prominently in archaeological research this contributory volume emphasises the archaeological significance of historical method and philosophy. Drawing particularly on the work of R. G. Collingwood, the contributors show that the notion of 'history seen from within' is a viable approach that can be applied in ethnoarchaeology and in both historic and prehistoric archaeology. There is a discussion of short, medium and long-term historical structures in relation to social events generating observed material culture patterning. Examination of the relationship between structure and event within historical contexts leads to insights into the interdependence of continuity and change, and into the nature of widely recognised processes such as acculturation, diffusion and migration

Hodder: Symbols in Action: Ethnoarchaeological Studies of Material Culture. Paperback

Symbols in Action: Ethnoarchaeological Studies of Material Culture
Ian Hodder 2009
Paperback, 256 pages, 229 x 152 mm
The analysis and interpretation of material culture is therefore central to any concern with archaeological theory and methodology, and in order to understand better the relationship between material culture and human behaviour, archaeologists need to draw upon models derived from the study of ethnographic societies. First published in 1982

Hoerth: Archaeology and the Old Testament. Paperback

Archaeology and the Old Testament
Alfred Hoerth 2009
Paperback, 448 pages, Illustrations, maps, 255 x 180 mm
Archaeological discoveries can shed a flood of light on the biblical text. This richly illustrated resource, now available in paperback, offers illuminating archaeological information related to the Old Testament. In this readable and accessible volume, Alfred Hoerth surveys the entire Old Testament, pointing out the relevant archaeological material and explaining how it enriches biblical studies.

Insoll: The Archaeology of Identities: A Reader. Paperback

The Archaeology of Identities: A Reader.
Timothy Insoll 2006
Paperback, 347 pages, 11 black & white halftones, 27 black & white line drawings, 246 x 174 mm
The study of identity is increasingly recognized as a fundamental division of archaeological enquiry, and has recently become the focus of a variety of new and challenging developments. As such, this volume will fast become the definitive sourcebook in archaeology of identities, making it essential reading for students, lecturers and researchers in the field.

Jaspers: The Origin and Goal of History. Paperback

The Origin and Goal of History
Karl Jaspers 2011 (reprint)
Paperback, 314 pages, 216 x 138 mm
First published in English in 1953, this important book from eminent philosopher Karl Jaspers deals with the philsophy of the history of mankind. More specifically, its avowed aim is to assist in heightening our awareness of the present by placing it within the framework of the long obscurity of prehistory and the boundless realm of possibilities which lie within the undecided future.This analysis is split into 3 parts: World history The present and the future The meaning of history

Johnson: Archaeological Theory: An Introduction. 2nd edition, paperback

Archaeological Theory: An Introduction. 2nd edition
Matthew Johnson 2008
Paperback, 328 pages, illustrations, 229 x 161 mm
Archaeological Theory, 2nd Edition is the most current and comprehensive introduction to the field available. Thoroughly revised and updated, this engaging text offers students an ideal entry point to the major concepts and ongoing debates in archaeological research.

Karp: Museums and Communities: The Politics of Public Culture. Paperback

Museums and Communities: The Politics of Public Culture
Ivan Karp 1992
x, 614 p. : 9.25 H x 1.50 D x 6.00 W inches

Katzenberg: Biological Anthropology of the Human Skeleton. Hardback

Biological Anthropology of the Human Skeleton
M. Anne Katzenberg 2008 (Second rev. edition)
Hardback, 680 pages, Illustrations, 260 x 185 mm
Now with a stronger focus on teaching complex material to students, this revised edition provides enhanced case studies and discussions for future directions, making it an invaluable textbook for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in biological anthropology and forensic anthropology programs.

Klein: The Human Career. Human Biological and Cultural Origins. Hardback

The Human Career. Human Biological and Cultural Origins
Richard G. Klein. 3rd edition, 2009
Hardback, 976 pages, 272 line drawings, 49 tables, 254 x 178 mm
Throughout the book, Klein presents evidence for alternative points of view but does not hesitate to make his own position clear. In addition to outlining the broad pattern of human evolution, "The Human Career" details the kinds of data that support it. For the third edition, Klein has added numerous tables and a fresh citation system designed to enhance readability, especially for students.

Morley and Renfrew: The Archaeology of Measurement. Paperback

The Archaeology of Measurement
Iain Morley and Colin Renfrew, editors
Paperback, 296 pages, 130 b/w illus. 17 maps 19 tables, 228 x 152 mm
The construction of formal measurement systems underlies the development of science, technology, economy and new ways of understanding and explaining the world. Human societies have developed such systems in different ways, in different places and at different times, and recent archaeological investigations highlight the importance of these activities for fundamental aspects of human life. Measurement systems have provided the structure for addressing key concerns of cosmological belief systems, as well as the means for articulating relationships between the human form, human action, and the world. The Archaeology of Measurement explores the archaeological evidence for the development of measuring activities in numerous ancient societies, as well as the implications of these discoveries for an understanding of their worlds and beliefs. Featuring contributions from a cast of internationally renowned scholars, it analyses the relationships between measurement, economy, architecture, symbolism, time, cosmology, ritual, and religion among prehistoric and early historic societies.

Parcak: Satellite Remote Sensing for Archaeology. Paperback

Satellite Remote Sensing for Archaeology. Paperback
By Sarah H. Parcak. 320 pages. 2009. With a focus on practical uses of satellite remote sensing, she evaluates satellite imagery types and remote sensing analysis techniques specific to the discovery, preservation, and management of archaeological sites.

Pena: Roman Pottery in the Archaeological Record. Pb

Roman Pottery in the Archaeological Record.
Theodore J. Pena 2011. Paperback, 448 pages, 120 b/w illus. 9 maps 12 tables, 228 x 152 mm. This book examines how Romans used their pottery and the implications of these practices on the archaeological record.

Pettitt: The Palaeolithic Origins of Human Burial. Paperback

The Palaeolithic Origins of Human Burial
Paul Pettitt
Paperback, 320 pages, 9 black & white tables, 50 black & white halftones, 30 black & white line drawings, 234 x 156 mm

Pryor: Farmers in Prehistoric Britain. Paperback

Farmers in Prehistoric Britain. Paperback
Francis Pryor (Dr)
159 pages, illustrations. 2006. Pryor maintains that early farming in Britain has been largely misunderstood, due to a loss of contact with the countryside and failure to understand prehistoric farming methods. To redress this problem, this book reconstructs the lives of prehistoric farmers, with the author using his experience as a professional farmer to provide details on crop cultivation and flock management.

Pryor: The Making of the British Landscape: How We Have Transformed the Land, from Prehistory to Today. Paperback

The Making of the British Landscape: How We Have Transformed the Land, from Prehistory to Today
Francis Pryor 2011
Paperback, 832 pages, 250 photos and maps, 198 x 129 mm. From our suburban streets which still trace the boundaries of long vanished farms to the Norfolk Broads, formed when medieval peat pits flooded - evidence of man's effect on Britain is everywhere. Packed with over 250 maps and photographs, compellingly written and argued, this highly acclaimed book will permanently change the way you see your surroundings.

Rakita, Buikstra, a.o.: Interacting with the Dead: Perspectives on Mortuary Archaeology for the New Millennium. Paperback

Interacting with the Dead: Perspectives on Mortuary Archaeology for the New Millennium. Paperback
edited by Gordon F. M. Rakita, Jane E. Buikstra, Lane A. Beck and Sloan R. Williams. 390 pages. 2008

Sayer: Ethics and Burial Archaeology. Paperback

Ethics and Burial Archaeology
Duncan Sayer 2010
Paperback, 160 pages, illustrations, 216 x 135 mm
The investigation of human remains has always been central to archaeological, but archaeologists are not the only ones with an interest in their treatment. Political groups, religious organisations, descendant communities and disenfranchised interest groups are all becoming more vocal in expressing their opinions on this subject on a world stage. This book sets a new agenda for ethical studies in mortuary investigation, adducing a series of case studies which can be used to understand the questions facing burial archaeology.

Weiner: Microarchaeology : Beyond the Visible Archaeological Record. Paperback

Microarchaeology: Beyond the Visible Archaeological Record
Stephen Weiner 2010
414 pages, 96 b/w illus. 253 x 215 mm. The archaeological record is a combination of what is seen by eye, as well as the microscopic record revealed with the help of instrumentation. The information embedded in the microscopic record can significantly add to our understanding of past human behaviour, provided this information has not been altered by the passage of time. Microarchaeology seeks to understand the microscopic record in terms of the type of information embedded in this record, the materials in which this information resides, and the conditions under which a reliable signal can be extracted. This book highlights the concepts needed to extract information from the microscopic record. Intended for all archaeologists and archaeological scientists, it will be of particular interest to students who have some background in the natural sciences as well as archaeology.

Williams: Prehistoric Belief: Shamans, Trance and the Afterlife. Paperback

Prehistoric Belief: Shamans, Trance and the Afterlife
Mike Williams 2010
Paperback, 320 pages, ill, 248 x 172 mm
In this bold and groundbreaking book, Dr Williams tackles all the big subjects in archaeology: the spread of humans from Africa, the rise of social groups, the adoption of agriculture, the construction of monuments, the emergence of metal, and the fall of the Celtic tribes. Showing that belief was central to these epic changes, as well as influencing the most mundane, everyday task, a new understanding of our prehistoric past emerges. Whilst being extensively researched, a fast-paced and engaging narrative makes this a page-turning read.

Woolf: A Global History of History. Paperback

A Global History of History
Daniel Woolf 2011
Paperback, 606 pages, 52 b/w illus., 247 x 174 mm
This is a definitive guide to human efforts to recover, understand and represent the past, bringing together different historical traditions and their social, economic, political and cultural contexts. Daniel Woolf offers clear definitions of different genres and forms of history and addresses key themes such as the interactions between West and East, the conflict of oral, pictographic, and written accounts of the past and the place of history in society and in politics. Numerous textual extracts and illustrations in every chapter capture the historical cultures of past civilizations and demonstrate the different forms that historical consciousness has taken around the world. The book offers unique insights into the interconnections between different historical cultures over 3000 years and relates the rise of history to key themes in world history.