Environmental Archaeology : Principles and Practice

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Summary: A New Classic
Review: Dincauze's magnum opus (so far) is an outstanding overview and in-depth analysis of its topic. She sets the standard for the application of archaeological theory to practical archaeology and prehistory in a book which will be a benchmark for the forseeable future. Grounded in both dirt archaeology and theory, the book integrates for a new generation the best of past, current and I think future approaches to archaeology. The publisher is to be commended for good taste in books but poor taste in pricing--the hardcover edition at over $100 is simply out of the range of most people who need to read the book; the paperback price of $39 is also prohibitive but less so. Every pro and most serious amateurs should READ the book, even if they can't afford to buy it.