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Archaeology: Theories, Methods and Practice Paperback – 1 February 2012

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This is the sixth edition of the bestselling (over 200,000 copies sold) introduction to archaeology, printed in full colour for the first time, with hundreds of photographs and diagrams. It has been given the most thorough updating and reorganization since it was first published, providing coverage of all the major developments in archaeological method, science, technology and theory. It explores new discoveries such as Neanderthal DNA, the Frome Hoard and the Staffordshire hoard, new theories about the meaning of Stonehenge and the nature of Maya territories. It also features a new extensive case study on the field project at Upper Mangrove Creek, Australia. A new chapter on building a career in archaeology has also been added which explores the careers of five archaeologists, giving an insight into the practice of archaeology in different fields and in different parts of the world. The most complete, wide-ranging and usable archaeological textbook in the world to date’ – The Times Higher Education Supplement

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656 pages
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English
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Thames and Hudson
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1 February 2012
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18.7 x 3.3 x 22.9 cm
ISBN-10

0500290210
ISBN-13

978-0500290217
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Colin Renfrew is Disney Emeritus Professor of Archaeology and former Director of the McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research at the University of Cambridge.

Paul Bahn is the author or editor of numerous books, including the standard introduction to cave art, Images of the Ice Age, as well as The First Artists (with Michel Lorblanchet).

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thames and Hudson; 1st edition (1 February 2012)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 656 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0500290210
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0500290217
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 18.7 x 3.3 x 22.9 cm

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mark wright

Fascinating book.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 November 2022

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I had the opportunity to participate as a volunteer in a local archaeological dig and in a spirit of over-optimistic enthusiasm bought this book as it was recommended by them paid, professional types supervising us eager amateurs. Needless to say my fifty something, unfit and v saggy muscles lasted a couple of hours, meaning I was soon majoring in tea/coffee making, and enjoying the autumn sun. Likewise the book, fascinating though it looks, is now languishing as a hefty bookend to all my other books bought when I should have known better.

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Great book for information on Archeaology

Reviewed in the United States on 24 January 2017

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I am currently working on my Anthropology/ Archaeology degree. This book help filled in gaps my teacher didn't teach on. I thoroughly enjoyed it because it's about my degree and is filled with information about Archaeology. I would recommend this book to a friend or for personal use, for the ones who are interested in Archaeology. However, it is a textbook for me, meaning it can have a few boring sections like any other textbook.

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Deepak K Nair

Best book for Graduates!

Reviewed in India on 2 August 2015

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Prompt delivery on a discounted price. One would definitely fall in love with this book which is integrating almost all aspects of archaeology in concise, compact way without losing detailed nature of archaeological investigation. It also comes with a further suggested readings which are critical for further understanding of various chapters. Coloured images, box-leafs add extra interest and invite attention. Best book for archaeology at Graduate, Post-Graduate level.

Jane Aldrich

VERY INFORMATIVE BOOK

Reviewed in Canada on 28 June 2013

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I gave this book 5 stars because it is a very interesting book for someone who is just learning about archaeology. This book was suggested by the course I am taking through Brown University "Archaeology's Dirty Little Secrets. I recommend it for people who like detail and want to develop an appreciation for the many facets of archaeology..

Germaine Hein

A Manual that is very complete

Reviewed in France on 6 August 2014

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It is a very complete guide with all the recent updates. Useful as a guide for an archaeologist or amateur.

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