Archaeology by experiment /

Experimental archaeology is a departure from the traditional approaches to the study of early man. Evidence from archaeological remains can be amplified and more vivid insights gained by reconstructing and testing models of ancient equipment. Stone axes and ploughs, forts and pyramids, boats and mus...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Coles, J. M. (John M.)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	New York : Scribner, [1974], ©1973.
Subjects:	Archaeology > Methodology. Antiquities, Prehistoric. Prehistoric peoples. Archéologie > Méthodologie. Sociétés préhistoriques. Préhistoire. Prehistoric peoples Antiquities, Prehistoric Archaeology > Methodology

Table of Contents:

FOOD PRODUCTION: Forest clearance and crops
- Ploughing
Harvesting
Storage of food
Preparation of food
HEAVY INDUSTRY: House building and destruction
Earthworks and erosion
Transport and erection of stones
Boats and voyages
LIGHT INDUSTRY: Stone-working
Wood-working and weapons
Working in bone, antler and shell
Working with metals
Hides, leathers and textiles
Pottery manufacture
Painting and paper
Musical instruments
Conslusions.