The first edition of Archaeology Essentials, the rewritten, shorter version of the best-selling introductory text, Archaeology: Theory, Methods and Practice, has now been adopted at over 150 schools in North America.

This revised brief version of the best-selling textbook was carefully rewritten to provide a readable and compact introduction to archaeology for those new to the field. No other book of this length can match its range of essential information and explanation. The vocabulary and the use of technical terms have been carefully reviewed. The amount of detail has been reduced, and coverage of difficult or cutting-edge topics is made more accessible for students in courses that treat such subjects briefly. Archaeology Essentials has been carefully revised and improved throughout, based on feedback from instructors, to provide a convenient overview without overwhelming the student.

Book overview

Table of Contents

Introduction

Highlights

Sample Chapters

Instructors Resources

Student website and study guide

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Archaeology: Theories, Methods and Practice,
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