Discover the captivating journey of archaeology with *Three Stones Make a Wall*, an essential read for enthusiasts and scholars alike. Written by renowned archaeologist Eric Cline, this trade paperback (ISBN: 9780691183237) provides an insightful and comprehensive overview of archaeology’s evolution from amateur explorations to cutting-edge scientific practices. This 2019 release by Princeton University Press not only recounts thrilling tales of major archaeological sites but also poses and answers the pivotal questions of the field: Where should you dig? How are excavations conducted? What methods determine the age of findings? And who has the rights to the treasures uncovered?

Cline’s expertise spans over thirty seasons of excavation, bringing authenticity and depth to each narrative. Readers are transported through time, from the groundbreaking discoveries of the 18th century to present-day innovations in archaeology. This book is perfect for anyone fascinated by ancient civilizations, digging deep into the annals of history while unveiling the scientific methodologies behind archaeological practices.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691183237
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Princeton University Press


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*One of CHOICE's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2017*


From the bestselling author of 1177 B.C., a comprehensive history of archaeology ” from its amateur beginnings to the cutting-edge science it is today 

In 1922, Howard Carter peered into Tutankhamun's tomb for the first time, the only light coming from the candle in his outstretched hand. Urged to tell what he was seeing through the small opening he had cut in the door to the tomb, the Egyptologist famously replied, 'I see wonderful things.'

Carter's fabulous discovery is just one of the many spellbinding stories told in Three Stones Make a Wall. Written by Eric Cline, an archaeologist with more than thirty seasons of excavation experience, this book traces the history of archaeology from an amateur pursuit to the cutting-edge science it is today by taking the reader on a tour of major archaeological sites and discoveries. Along the way, it addresses the questions archaeologists are asked most often: How do you know where to dig? How are excavations actually done? How do you know how old something is? Who gets to keep what is found? 

Taking readers from the pioneering digs of the eighteenth century to today's exciting new discoveries, Three Stones Make a Wall is a lively and essential introduction to the story of archaeology.