Bøger af Martin Carver

The second edition of Archaeological Investigation is even more ambitious than the first and reaches out into different kinds of archaeological investigation practiced the world over. Including updated theory, aims and methods of field archaeology in the academic and commercial sectors, it to explores the procedures used from discovery to publication.Divided into four parts, Part 1 (Principles) sets the scene for newcomers, showing the axial role of fieldwork in rediscovering the past. Part 2 (In the Field) is aimed at those setting out on their path of exploration. Word pictures on "First day in the Field' and "First day on a dig" provide friendly introductions to the high-tech enterprise that field work has become and how the vital records of discoveries are made. Now fully engaged in the process, the would-be archaeologist is ready to take part in the key phase of the investigation: Part 3 (Writing Up). Here all the results of fieldwork are marshalled with a view to analyzing the finds, the use of space and the chronology of what happened at the site. The results are then communicated through museums, the display of sites and above all by publication that presents the discovered objects, buildings and activities and how they contribute to new understanding of the past. Part 4 (Design) is addressed to the fully-fledged field archaeologist ready to participate in their leading action - how to make archaeology happen. It begins with a tour of great projects (Challenges) and then explains the way archaeological projects are devised to break new ground and solve historical and prehistorical problems (Designing Projects). The final chapter discusses the opportunities, pleasures, difficulties and rewards of working as a full-time archaeologist (The Profession).Now with prehistorian Madeleine Hummler as joint author, Archaeological Investigation remains an inspiring, provocative, informative and entertaining book for students and professional, and makes a powerful case for archaeology's benefits and relevance to communities, present and to come.

Time passed in relative prosperity of the frontier regions. With few if any real indications of the passing of time. Alas though there were changes that went almost unnoticed. First the druids slowly faded from prominence in society. There were even rumors of a division in their ranks called the shadow circle. A circle of druids who wanted to retain control and status in society or took a stance on a more militant attitude towards the populace and its abuses of nature. They remained just a secretive rumor about the elusive druids. Now word of an artifact which could achieve their ideals comes to light. The magical circle stones if reassembled would give them this power. They are not the only ones seeking this artifact and its reassembly. It is on this path that five unlikely adventures would be set. Talasine the druid, a secretive priest of nature. Raveena a sorceress, of fiery hair and demeanor. Raven a swords man, and mysterious mentor. Khonnar the Danean, a youth of fair hair and boisterous youthful attitude. And finally Mahlvakar the ranger, of dark hair and travel wonder. They are a force of nature to be reckoned with, but which force will they side with good or evil. Each side is betting on their good auspices... one will be disappointed.

The newest research on a major Anglo-Saxon site paints a vivid picture of the beginnings of England.

37 studies of the adoption of Christianity across northern Europe over1000 years, and the diverse reasons that drove the process.

Before 1996, no one assumed Portmahomack held a key to the understanding of the mysterious Pictish world. This book develops the interpretation of a prime Pictish settlement site in north east Scotland, along with chapters exploring Iron Age, Medieval and European contexts of the settlement.

The most up-to-date research in the period from the Anglo-Saxons to Angevins.