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Wetland Archaeology and Beyond

By Francesco Menotti

Wetland Archaeology and Beyond

By Francesco Menotti

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Despite being one of the most successful branches of mainstream archaeology, wetland archaeology, as an academic discipline, is still relatively unknown. We might have all heard of the wonderfully preserved organic artefacts and ecofacts found in waterlogged conditions, but do we really know how they were preserved, found, retrieved, and conserved for us to admire and study? Wetland Archaeology and Beyond takes the reader through the fascinating biography of wetland archaeology, from the dawn of the discipline to its remarkable achievements. Through a discussion of a large variety of worldwide wetland archaeological sites and their material culture, Menotti offers an appreciative study of the people who occupied these sites and who created the archaeological artefacts. The volume also includes a comprehensive explanation of the procedures and research processes involved in archaeological practice and theory. Focusing on the relationship between archaeological experts and the general public, Menotti highlights the importance of this relationship for the future of the discipline as wetland ecosystems continue to disappear at an inexorable rate - and with them our invaluable cultural heritage.
Product details
Edition:
illustrated
Number of Pages:
564
Release Date:
2012-05-18
Publication Date:
2012-05-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press(UK)
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0199571015
ISBN13:
9780199571017
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
1004 g
Height:
161 cm
Width:
240 cm
Thickness:
35 cm
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