Archaeological Chemistry

: A Mark Pollard (Author), Carl Heron (Author)
ISBN: 978-0-85404-262-3
Copyright: 2008
Format: Hardback
Extent: 456
Edition Number: 2
Price: £39.95

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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 authors present 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

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

Professor Mark Pollard's main research interests are the study of archaeological materials , the investigation of biogeochemical processes and numerical applications in archaeology and palaeoclimatic reconstruction.

Professor Carl Heron, is Professor of Archaeological Sciences at Bradford University, UK. Professor Carl Heron's main interests Main research interests include molecular archaeology, pottery function and use of history of archaeological science.