Archaeology

by David Hurst Thomas, Robert L. Kelly

This new edition by David Hurst Thomas and Robert L. Kelly pairs two of archaeology's most recognized names--with a combined 70 years of experience--for the first time. David Hurst Thomas of the American Museum of Natural History and Robert L. Kelly of the University of Wyoming bring readers a textbook rich with examples drawn from their experiences leading excavations over the past thirty years.
A major revision, this fourth edition of Archaeology reflects the most recent research and changes in the field, while covering the core concepts in an exceptionally student-friendly fashion. This edition continues a tradition of academic rigor and engaging writing style that have made this text one of the most well-respected and best-selling texts in the discipline. The new edition is enhanced with full-color photos and a completely new design.

Genres: Anthropology, Archaeology, Nonfiction, Science, History, School, College

568 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 1979

About the author

David Hurst Thomas (born 1945) is the curator of North American Archaeology in the Division of Anthropology at the American Museum of Natural History and a professor at Richard Gilder Graduate School. He was previously a chairman of the American Museum of Natural History's Anthropology Division.

Reviews

[Riversue · Rating 4 out of 5]

At first I was a little unhappy with how America-centered this text was but it covers a lot and covers it well on an introductory way.

[Melissa Kidd · Rating 2 out of 5]

The last Archaeology book I read was all about fieldwork techniques so this book came off better than I was expecting. It incorporated more than just methods and methodologies; it also brings in why it is important and how Archaeologists use the methods to answer questions about prehistory whether it be on our ancestors or prehistoric plant life. It brings in all kinds of core concepts which I liked because it helped me picture applying this science. I am attending an Archaeology field school this summer so this book was essential in my mind, to help me grasp the concept of what I will be doing out in the field. I don't think I want to narrow my interest in Anthropology to Archaeology, but this is crucial information for any major in Anthropology.

[Danielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great text!!! It is engaging, accurate, and gives a great overview of the archaeological profession and basic theory. I especially enjoyed the text blurbs from professionals working within the field of archaeology!

[Corinne · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's archaeology, so what's not to love!

[Rickie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very interesting book, especially the history part of America.

[Serena Yates]

review to follow

[kimberly garcia · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a text book goes this was a very interesting read.

[Kayla Stead · Rating 2 out of 5]

If I had to read this whole ass book for my archaeology class I’m counting it torwards my reading challenge 🤷‍♀️