Bioarchaeology : an integrated approach to working with human remains

Bioarchaeology : an integrated approach to working with human remains / Debra L. Martin, Ryan P. Harrod, Ventura R. Pérez.

Author/creator	Martin, Debra L. (Professor of Biological Anthropology)
Other author/creator	Harrod, Ryan P.
Other author/creator	Pérez, Ventura R.
Format	Book and Print
Publication Info	New York : Springer, ©2013.
Description	xvii, 262 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Supplemental Content	Table of contents
Supplemental Content	Contributor biographical information
Supplemental Content	Publisher description
Subject(s)	Human remains (Archaeology) Paleopathology. Paleoanthropology.

Series	Manuals in archaeological method, theory and technique, 1571-5752 Manuals in archaeological method, theory, and technique. ^A534706
Contents	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.
Abstract	Bioarchaeology is the analysis of human remains within an interpretative framework that includes contextual information. This comprehensive and much-needed manual provides both a starting point and a reference for archaeologists, bioarchaeologists and others working in this integrative field.
Bibliography note	Includes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN	2012956309
ISBN	9781461463771 (acid-free paper)
ISBN	1461463777 (acid-free paper)
ISBN	9781461463788 (eBook)
ISBN	1461463785 (eBook)

Library	Location	Call Number	Status	Item Actions
Joyner	General Stacks	CC79.5.H85 M37 2013	✔ Available	Place Hold