Archaeology for Beginners
Archaeology for Beginners by Ben Egginton, published by Amazon Digital Services LLC – Kdp on September 30, 2020, is a comprehensive introduction to the essentials of archaeological work. This 132-page book serves as a valuable resource for student and volunteer archaeologists embarking on their first dig, as well as for anyone interested in understanding the field of archaeology and its significance in human history.
The book provides a practical guide that covers various aspects of archaeology, including research, surveys, excavations, and laboratory analysis. It also addresses and dispels common misconceptions about the discipline, emphasizing that archaeology is a precise science rather than a casual endeavor. Readers will find insights into the challenges and excitement of archaeological discoveries, making it an informative read for those curious about social science and the intricacies of archaeological practices.
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Archaeology for Beginners offers a crash course in the fundamentals of archaeological work. It is the go-to place for student and volunteer archaeologists attending their first dig, or for anyone with a passion for human history who wants to find out more about what archaeology is all about.As well as including a practical guide to archaeology – covering research, surveys, excavations and laboratory analysis – it also vanquishes many prevailing myths about archaeology that Hollywood has helped to instil within the general public.Myth number one: Archaeology isn’t easy. It’s a precise science; not a matter of grabbing a shovel and digging at random. But don’t let that put you off. Without digging deeper, there’s no challenge, and without a challenge there’s no excitement… no breakthroughs… and no breath-taking discoveries.
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