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Through 26 essays, this text explores the origins, aims, methods and problems of archaeology. The thematic strategy ensures that the book has relevance across the field as well as allowing for in-depth approach to specific issues and topics.

This dictionary provides those studying or working in archaeology with a complete reference to the field.

These three volumes trace the development of the field from the ancient Greeks to the end of the 20th century. Readers can travel the globe, from the earliest prehistoric times to the end of the 20th century. Particular attention is given to archaeology's impact on the wider culture.

Praise for the first edition: "The most up-to-date and wide-ranging encyclopedia work on human evolution available."--American Reference Books Annual "For student, researcher, and teacher...the most complete source of basic information on the subject."--Nature "A comprehensive and authoritative...