Bioarchaeology : an integrated approach to working with human remains

1. Verfasser: Martin, Debra L. (Professor of Biological Anthropology)
Weitere Verfasser: Harrod, Ryan P.
Perez, Ventura R.
Ort/Verlag/Jahr: New York : Springer, 2013.
Umfang/Format: xvii, 262 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 24 cm.
Schriftenreihe: Manuals in archaeological method, theory, and technique.
Schlagworte:
Online Zugang: Table of contents only
Contributor biographical information
Publisher description
Inhaltsangabe:
  • The practice of bioarchaeology
  • An ethos for bioarchaeologists
  • Formulating research projects involving human remains
  • Best practices: excavation guidelines and taphonomic considerations
  • The mortuary component and human remains
  • Bioarchaeology of individuals: identity, social theory, and skeletal analysis
  • Bioarchaeology of populations: understanding adaptation and resilience
  • Special applications in bioarchaeology: taking a closer look
  • Body as material culture
  • Relevance, education, and the future.