The Science and Archaeology of Materials: An Investigation of Inorganic Material

Description: The Science and Archaeology of Materials by Julian Henderson Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description This is set to become the definitive work in the archaeology of materials, presented in a highly illustrated textbook form it will be essential reading for all practical archaeologists and students. Publisher Description The Science and Archaeology of Materials is set to become the definitive work in the archaeology of materials. Hendersons highly illustrated work is an accessible textbook which will be essential reading for all practical archaeologists and students. With clear sections on a wide range of materials including pottery, glass, metals and stone, this work examines the very foundations of archaeological study. The Science and Archaeology of Materials provides a clear and up to date description of how these materials were exploited, modified and manufactured in prehistoric and historic periods. Anyone interested in ancient technologies, especially those involving high temperatures, kilns and furnaces will be able follow how raw materials are refined, transformed and shaped into objects. This description is then followed by appropriate case studies which provide a new chronological and geographical example of how scientific and archaeological investigations can and do interact.They include: following case studies are given: * Roman pale green and highly decorated glass * 17th Century glass in Britain and Europe * the effect of the introduction of the wheel on pottery technology * the technology of Celadon ceramics * early copper metallurgy in the Middle East * chemical analysis and lead isotope analysis if British Bronzes * early copper alloy metallurgy in Thailand * the chemical analysis of obsidian and its distribution * the origin of the Stonehenge bluestones. This book shows how archaeology and science intersect and feed off each other. Modern scientific techniques have provided data which, when set within a fully integrated archaeological context, have the potential of contributing to mainstream archaeology. This holistic approach generates a range of connections between archaeological and scientific research, which benefits both areas and will enrich archaeological study in the future. Author Biography Julian Henderson Details ISBN 0415199344 ISBN-13 9780415199346 Title The Science and Archaeology of Materials Author Julian Henderson Format Paperback Year 2000 Pages 352 Edition 1st Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd GE_Item_ID:139875636; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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