| Classical Archaeology in the Field: Approaches Contributor(s): Bowkett, Laurence (Author), Hill, Stephen J. (Joint Author), Wardle, Diana (Joint Author) |
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ISBN: 1853996173 ISBN-13: 9781853996177 Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC OUR PRICE: $30.64 Product Type: Paperback Published: October 2001 Annotation: 'Classical' and 'archaeology' are both terms which call for definition. Here the term 'Classical' is interpreted as widely as possible to include material relating to periods from the Bronze Age to the early Byzantine, and to countries from Britain to Turkey. Coverage of 'archaeology' will range from the discovery of sites to conserving and presenting them, from the viewpoint of practising archaeologists working in various parts of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds. This book combines explanation of methods and techniques with case studies of particular sites which demonstrate different themes in, and approaches to, the overall subject. Principles and methods including prospecting, excavation, dating, stratigraphy and presentation are considered alongside an account of the development of Classical archaeology - as seen in the work of famous pioneers such as Evans and Schliemann - to the more scientific approaches used in contemporary projects. Case studies include sites which are currently being studied by the authors. Aimed at A-level students and first-year undergraduates as well as those with a general interest, this is a lively introduction to the ways in which archaeologists interpret Classical sites, enabling informed observation and enhanced understanding of technical publications. It is profusely illustrated and benefits from topical research, with the inclusion of results of current fieldwork. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Archaeology - History | Ancient - General |
| Dewey: 930.1 |
| LCCN: 2003464542 |
| Series: Classical World |
| Physical Information: 0.33" H x 5.54" W x 8.46" (0.43 lbs) 144 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Archaeology has progressed enormously since the early excavations of classical sites such as Olympia and Ephesus in the middle of the 19th century. A better perspective on the material culture of the Classical world is now given by new methods and modern techniques, which depend on the rigorous application of skills from a wide range of disciplines. This book, written by a group of active field archaeologists, is designed particularly for students at A-level and on university courses, as well as for those with a general interest in the ancient world. It demonstrates the progression of a project from planning and prospection, through excavation and study to interpretation and public presentation. It also provides links to a wide range of internet resources to enable students to follow through case studies of recent survey and excavation ranging in time from the Bronze Age to the early Byzantine, and in extent from Britain to Turkey. |