Bahn, Paul
Archaeology: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199657438
- author:
- Bahn, Paul
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 136
- Dimensions:
- 11.6 x 0.8 x 17.4 cm
- Genre:
- History, Archaeology, Methodology & Techniques,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Archaeology: A Very Short Introduction by Paul G. Bahn is an engaging overview of a field that spans over 2.5 million years, encompassing everything from cave art to satellite photographs. This revised edition brings the text up to date with recent discoveries and interpretations in archaeology, including new insights into the impact of climate change, sea-level rise, and global warming. Bahn explores how archaeologists interact with nearly every other discipline to reconstruct the past, using techniques such as DNA analysis and stable isotopes in teeth. The book also highlights the role of technology and science in archaeological exploration, from nuclear imaging to GPS. This edition includes updated suggestions for further reading, making it a useful resource for those looking to learn more about archaeology and its many applications.
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