Eline M.J. Schotsmans
The Routledge Handbook of Archaeothanatology: Bioarchaeology of Mortuary Behaviour
The Routledge Handbook of Archaeothanatology: Bioarchaeology of Mortuary Behaviour
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The Routledge Handbook of Archaeothanatology is a comprehensive resource that bridges the gap between archaeology and biological anthropology, offering syntheses of archaeothanatological approaches and insights into funerary behavior and its meaning in the past. Written by scholars from both francophone and anglophone backgrounds, it provides detailed information on the background, theory, methods, applications, and recent advances of archaeothanatology, making it a valuable resource for researchers, lecturers, practitioners, and students in various disciplines.
Format: Hardback
Length: 724 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
The Routledge Handbook of Archaeothanatology is a groundbreaking work that bridges the gap between archaeology and biological anthropology, exploring the intersection of fieldwork and laboratory analysis, as well as the diverse approaches to funerary archaeology across francophone and anglophone cultures. This field has experienced a significant surge in interest in recent years, and this timely publication aims to provide a comprehensive synthesis of archaeothanatological approaches, with a focus on drawing higher-level inferences about funerary behavior and its significance in the past.
Written by a team of distinguished scholars, including both francophone and anglophone experts, this volume offers a deep and detailed exploration of the background and development of archaeothanatology, its theoretical foundations, methodological approaches, practical applications, and the most recent advancements in the field. Additionally, a comprehensive lexicon of related terminology is provided to enhance the reader's understanding of this interdisciplinary subject.
The Routledge Handbook of Archaeothanatology is an essential resource for archaeo-anthropologists, bioarchaeologists, researchers, lecturers, practitioners, and students in biological anthropology, archaeology, taphonomy, and forensic science. Its interdisciplinary nature and emphasis on in-situ analysis make it particularly valuable to specialists in entomology, (micro)biology, and soil science as well.
This handbook provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of archaeothanatology, making it an invaluable tool for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the complex relationship between archaeology, biology, and the remains of the dead.
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138492424
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