I Can be an Archaeologist
Title | I Can be an Archaeologist PDF eBook |
Author | Robert B. Pickering |
Publisher | Children's Press(CT) |
Pages | 40 |
Release | 1987 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN |
Describes, in simple text and illustrations, archaelogy and the work of an archaeologist.
Becoming an Archaeologist
Title | Becoming an Archaeologist PDF eBook |
Author | Joseph Flatman |
Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
Pages | 293 |
Release | 2022-11-03 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 1108851525 |
Becoming an Archaeologist: A Guide to Professional Pathways is an engaging handbook on career paths in archaeology. It outlines the process of getting a job in archaeology, including various career options, the training required, and how to get positions in the academic, commercial, government and charity sectors. This new edition has been substantially revised and updated. The coverage has been expanded to include many more examples of archaeological lives and livelihoods from dozens of countries around the world. It also has more interviews, with in-depth analyses of the career paths of over twenty different archaeologists working around the world. Data on the demographics of archaeologists has also been updated, as have sections on access to and inclusion in archaeology. The volume also includes revised and updated appendices and a new bibliography. Written in an accessible style, the book is essential reading for anyone interested in a career in archaeology in the twenty-first century.
Maybe You'll Be an Archaeologist
Title | Maybe You'll Be an Archaeologist PDF eBook |
Author | Amy E Reid |
Publisher | Center for Archaeological Studies, Texas State University |
Pages | 32 |
Release | 2021-09 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9780578967868 |
This wonderfully illustrated picture book presents a story about a young girl named Brea who was inspired to become an Archaeologist. Readers of all ages will learn about what Archaeology is and why it is important.
What is an Archaeologist?
Title | What is an Archaeologist? PDF eBook |
Author | Libby Romero |
Publisher | |
Pages | 48 |
Release | 2019 |
Genre | Archaeologists |
ISBN | 9781338596984 |
Decribes the role of the archaeologist, including what they do, what tools they use in the field, and the future of the profession.
The Archaeologist's Laboratory
Title | The Archaeologist's Laboratory PDF eBook |
Author | E.B. Banning |
Publisher | Springer Science & Business Media |
Pages | 328 |
Release | 2006-04-11 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 0306476541 |
This text reviews the theory, concepts, and basic methods involved in archaeological analysis with the aim of familiarizing both students and professionals with its underlying principles. Topics covered include the nature and presentation of data; database and research design; sampling and quantification; analyzing lithics, pottery, faunal, and botanical remains; interpreting dates; and archaeological illustration. A glossary of key terms completes the book.
Archaeologists Dig for Clues
Title | Archaeologists Dig for Clues PDF eBook |
Author | Kate Duke |
Publisher | Harper Collins |
Pages | 36 |
Release | 1996-12-13 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0064451755 |
Archaeologists on a dig work very much like detectives at a crime scene. Every chipped rock, charred seed, or fossilized bone could be a clue to how people lived in the past. In this information-packed Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out Science book, Kate Duke explains what scientists are looking for, how they find it, and what their finds reveal.
Doing Archaeology
Title | Doing Archaeology PDF eBook |
Author | Donald Henson |
Publisher | Routledge |
Pages | 242 |
Release | 2012 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 0415602114 |
Covering archaeology from a range of angles, incorporating history, major themes, theories and methods, Doing Archaeologyprovides a firm grounding for anyone interested in learning more about the discipline. Throughout the book, key information is accessibly presented and important questions are answered, including: What is archaeology? How did archaeology begin? How can archaeology tell us about the past? How can archaeology tell how people use space and the landscape? How can we use the past to understand people? How do archaeology and ‘heritage’ interact? What role does archaeology play in society today? How do we practice archaeology? Drawing on the experiences of practising archaeologists, with engaging examples and studies from sites around the world, this book gives the reader a sense of what is it to study archaeology and be an archaeologist. An essential text for students studying A-Level archaeology, those considering or beginning a degree/foundation degree in archaeology, and those of all ages interested in volunteering or becoming involved in archaeological projects.