Zooarchaeology
Elizabeth J Reitz author Barnet Pavão-Zuckerman author Elizabeth S Wing author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Publishing:30th Nov '25
£50.00
This title is due to be published on 30th November, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
The book is a guide to methods and interpretations applied to the analysis of animal remains from archaeological sites.
Zooarchaeology serves as an introductory book for students interested in the identification and analysis of animal remains at archaeological sites. This new edition reflects the significant technological developments in zooarchaeology that have occurred in the past two decades, notably ancient DNA, proteomics, and isotope geochemistry.This leading textbook introduces students and practitioners to the identification and analysis of animal remains at archaeology sites. The authors use global examples from the Pleistocene era into the present to explain how zooarchaeology allows us to form insights about relationships among people and their natural and social environments, especially site-formation processes, economic strategies, domestication, and paleoenvironments. This new edition reflects the significant technological developments in zooarchaeology that have occurred in the past two decades, notably ancient DNA, proteomics, and isotope geochemistry. Substantially revised to reflect these trends, the volume also highlights novel applications, current issues in the field, the growth of international zooarchaeology, and the increased role of interdisciplinary collaborations. In view of the growing importance of legacy collections, voucher specimens, and access to research materials, it also includes a substantially revised chapter that addresses management of zooarchaeological collections and curation of data.
'Current challenges in our relationship with animals make an understanding of their history essential. The superb Cambridge Manual in Zooarchaeology has been a unique and essential tool for teaching and research for decades. I am delighted to see this third edition published - such a substantial update provides us with great new opportunities for discovery and dissemination.' Umberto Albarella, University of Sheffield
'In addition to clear and concise explanations on the process of analyzing and interpreting animal remains from archaeological contexts, the revised and updated version of Zooarchaeology describes important new analytical techniques and methods that complement faunal analyses. The authors also address the significant research potential of legacy collections and the need for long-term curation of zooarchaeological materials. This is an excellent resource for graduate and undergraduate students who want to learn how to conduct zooarchaeological research.' Susan D. deFrance, University of Florida
'This book is absolutely essential for anyone who studies archaeological animal remains. Combining practical methodology with theories of human-environment interactions, the revised third edition maintains the valuable core teachings while expanding on developing topics like genetics and big data, and explores zooarchaeology's unique role in understanding our planet's future.' Ashley E. Sharpe, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute
'Zooarchaeology has been the authoritative reference for the archaeological study of animals since its first edition was published. This new refreshed edition includes valuable updates in regard to archaeological science, ethics, and curation, making it the go-to reference for animal specialists for years to come.' Benjamin S. Arbuckle, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
ISBN: 9781108469210
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 250g
575 pages
3rd Revised edition