An understanding of the structural complexity of mineralised tissues is fundamental for
exploration into the field of diagenesis. Here we review aspects of current and past research …

This overview is a summary of the state of understanding of processes and states in bone
diagenesis, as seen from a chemical perspective. It deals with the significance and …

The aim of the atlas is to provide images of taphonomic modifications, making it as
comprehensive as possible with evidence presently available. This volume is intended both …

The Archaeology of Human Bones provides an up to date account of the analysis of human
skeletal remains from archaeological sites, introducing students to the anatomy of bones …

The study of the isotopic composition of structural carbonate in fossil vertebrate
hydroxylapatite has been hampered by uncertainty concerning sample treatment and …

The origin and evolution of hominin mortuary practices are topics of intense interest and
debate,–. Human burials dated to the Middle Stone Age (MSA) are exceedingly rare in Africa …

The application of chemistry within archaeology is an important and fascinating area. It
allows the archaeologist to answer such questions as" what is this artefact made of?"," …

Animal ecologists can observe the present and reconstruct the last one or two centuries from
historical sources, but the study of animal bones adds valuable insight into the peoples and …

The stable isotope compositions of biogenic materials record a combination of
environmental parameters and biological processes. In general, the environment provides a …

This introductory textbook introduces the basics of dating, the range of techniques available
and the strengths and limitations of each of the principal methods. Coverage includes: the …