Field methods in archaeology

Book

Field methods in archaeology / Thomas R. Hester, Harry J. Shafer, Kenneth L. Feder.

Hester, Thomas R. (Author). Shafer, Harry J. (Added Author). Feder, Kenneth L. (Added Author).

Summary:

This highly regarded comprehensive guide provides an up-to-date overview of the variety of methods used in field archaeology, from research design to excavation strategies to conservation of artifacts and record-keeping. The contributors to the volume bring a wealth of expertise on diverse subjects and offer practical advice on their areas of special interest.

Record details

ISBN: 1559347996
ISBN: 9781559347990
Physical Description: xii, 436 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm
Edition: 7th ed.
Publisher: Mountain View, Calif. : Mayfield Pub., ©1997.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:: Includes bibliographical references (pages 353-422) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:: Goals of Archaeological Investigation / Harry J. Shafer -- Research Design and Sampling Techniques / Harry J. Shafer -- Site Survey / Kenneth L. Feder -- Methods of Excavation / Thomas R. Hester -- Data Preservation: Recording and Collecting / Kenneth L. Feder -- The Handling and Conservation of Artifacts in the Field / Thomas R. Hester -- Archaeological Field Photography / Harry J. Shafer -- Archaeological Mapping, Site Grids, and Surveying / L. Kyle Napton, with Elizabeth Anne Greathouse -- Stratigraphy / R.E.W. Adams and Fred Valdez, Jr. -- Excavation and Analysis of Human Remains / Joseph F. Powell, D. Gentry Steele, and Michael B. Collins -- Excavation and Recovery of Botanical Materials from Archaeological Sites / Richard G. Holloway -- Basic Approaches in Archaeological Faunal Analysis / Barry W. Baker, Brian S. Shaffer, and D. Gentry Steele -- Chronological Methods / Thomas R. Hester.