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It can be browsed or studied, and it would engage the informal student as well as the serious reader. Strongly recommended for public libraries needing just one basic resource. --Booklist As an introduction to the archaeological discoveries of the last few centuries, there is little here to be faulted, particularly at this price. Recommended for high school, public, and college libraries. --Library Journal The World Encyclopedia of Archaeology is a sweeping exploration of archaeology that spans the globe from the beginning of recorded history and earlier. Here is a comprehensive view of the past as seen through the remnants of civilizations as they emerge and expand. The book begins by defining modern and ancient archaeology and gives the history of archaeology through the centuries. The different types of archaeology are explored, along with the techniques used for each and the problems, concerns and issues archaeologists face today. The main section of the book details each region of the world, with the authoritative text revealing the fascinating history of important archaeological sites. This global perspective includes more than 700 illustrations. The atlas section with detailed maps provides placements throughout history. Accurate, in-depth and up to date, The World Encyclopedia of Archaeology is compelling reading. It serves as an outstanding reference for professionals, researchers, history buffs and general readers. The World Encyclopedia of Archaeology includes: The first humans Early hunter-gatherers and farmers Megalithic builders The Bronze Age The Greeks and Romans The Dark Ages Ancient Mesopotamia The Persian Empire Nomadic states The Indus civilization China's dynasties and empires Japan and Southeast Asian kingdoms Early Mesoamericans The Maya, Aztec and Inca Ancient Egypt and the Upper Nile Iron Age Africa Australian Aborigines. Highlights: Compiled and written by an international team of archaeologists and historians Reveals the most up-to-date findings and their significance Organized geographically by region and key sites Uncovers the world's most important sites and treasures Spans all periods of human settlement Locator guide to sites by country List of World Heritage Sites 18 special features focus on intriguing topics Further readings and a glossary More than 700 color illustrations Attractive maps that show locations of key sites.

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Firefly Books, The Limited
ISBN-10
1770851615
ISBN-13
9781770851610
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Book Title
World Encyclopedia of Archaeology : the World's Most Significant Sites and Cultural Treasures
Author
Aedeen Cremin
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Archaeology, Encyclopedias, World
Publication Year
20120000, 2012
Genre
Référence, History, Social Science
Number of Pages
400 Pages

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10.8in
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1.2in
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8.5in
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Height
1.2in
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8.5in
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10.8in
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Edited by
Aedeen Cremin
Publication Date
2012-09-06
Reviews
[Review for previous edition] A must read for anyone interested in archaeology... Historical and modern photos, as well as detailed maps, make perfect ccomplements to the text., [Review for previous edition] It will be most useful for middle and secondary schools as well as public libraries., [Review for previous edition] The color photographs are well chosen and of high quality. The inclusion of maps for each individual site and timelines for the most complex civilizations add to the usefulness the work. Sidebars are both interesting and relevant. Langauage and presentation will make this volume useful to libraries serving middle school studenets and abov. Because of the general nature of the work, it will be most useful for middlde and secondary schools as well as public libraries., [Review for previous edition] Lavishly illustrated in full-color throughout, the volume belies its modest price and could be mistaken for a coffee-table book were the informational aspects of the work less impressive.... As an introduction to the archaeological discoveries of the last few centuries, there is little here to be faulted, particularly at this price. Recommended for high school, public, and college libraries., [Review for previous edition] Lavishly illustrated in full-color throughout, the volume belies its modest price ... Recommended for high school, public, and college libraries., [Review for previous edition] Rich, colorful photographs and artwork are found on every page.... Strongly recommended for public libraries needing just one basic resource., [Review for Previous Edition] Amust Read for Anyone Interested in Archaeology., [Review for previous edition] More than 550 archivval and color images, 20 regional maps, and 150 locator maps, as well as time lines make the past ages live.... The book is very readable as well as a useful reference tool. It can be browsed or studied, and it would engge the informal student as well as the serious reader.... Rich, colorful photographs and artwork are found on every page.... Strongly recommended for public libraries needing just one basic resource., [Review for previous edition] This profusely illustrated guide presents the history of archaeology, defines its subfields, and considers some of its challenges.
Table of Content
Foreword Introduction What is Archaeology? History of Archaeology Concepts and Techniques Types of Archaeology Problems and Issues Important Questions That Archaeology Can Answer The Atlas Timelines of Archaeology Africa The First Humans Earliest Modern Humans Early Hunters and Herders Ancient Egypt Kingdoms of the Upper Nile Iron Age Sub-Saharan Africa Europe Earliest Peoples of Europe Early Hunter-Gatherers and Farmers Sacred Landscapes Mediterranean Worlds Mediterranean Empires Early Medieval Europe Asia Earliest Peoples of Asia The Fertile Crescent Ancient Mesopotamia The Persian Empire Nomadic States of Central Asia The Indus Civilization Early Chinese Dynasties The First Empires of China Japan Southeast Asia The Americas Earliest Peoples of the Americas Ancestral Pueblo Early Mesoamerican Cultures The Maya The Aztecs The Incas Other Cultures of the Americas Australia and the Pacific Australian Aborigines The Melanesians Polynesian Peoples Reference Guide to Sites by Country Further Reading Glossary Index Picture Credits Acknowledgements
Copyright Date
2012
Target Audience
Trade
Dewey Decimal
930
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes

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