Archaeological Chemistry

: A Mark Pollard (Author), Carl Heron (Author)
ISBN: 978-0-85404-262-3
Copyright: 2008
Format: Hardback
Extent: ca xvi+432
Edition Number: 2nd
Price: £39.95

Synopsis

The second edition of this popular title Archaeological Chemistry builds on the successful formula of the first edition. The existing case studies have been expanded to take account of new perspectives and new data in the intervening decade since the 1st edition was published. In addition, two new chapters emphasise the significant increase in molecular and isotopic analysis of organic remains. The two new chapters (stable isotopes and molecules and milk) bring together recent literature about ancient human diets. Archaeological Chemistry 2nd edition aims to demonstrate the importance and utility of scientific techniques applied to the study of the past. In particular, the role of chemistry is emphasised through a series of case studies. The author presents the scientific investigation as a challenging field of enquiry rather than a routine application of established procedures. This book is an essential companion to students in archaeological science and chemistry, field and museum archaeologists and those involved in conserving human artefacts

Author Information

Edward Hall Professor of Archaeological Science and
Director of the Research Laboratory for Archaeology and the History of Art, University of Oxford

Main research interests:
- the study of archaeological materials
- the investigation of biogeochemical processes
- numerical applications in archaeology and palaeoclimatic reconstruction