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Approaches To Archaeological Ceramics
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More Than Any Other Category Of Evidence, Ceramics Ofters Archaeologists Their Most Abundant And Potentially Enlightening Source Of Information On The Past. Being Made Primarily Of Day, A Relatively Inexpensive Material That Is Available In Every Region, Ceramics Became Essential In Virtually Every Society In The World During The Past Ten Thousand Years. The Straightfor Ward Technology Of Preparing, Forming, And Firing Day Into Hard, Durable Shapes Has Meant That Societies At Various Levels Of Complexity Have Come To Rely On It For A Wide Variety Of Tasks. Ceramic Vessels Quickly Became Essential For Many Household And Productive Tasks. Food Preparation, Cooking, And Storagethe Very Basis Of Settled Village Lifecould Not Exist As We Know Them Without The Use Of Ceramic Vessels. Often These Vessels Broke Into Pieces, But The Virtually Indestructible Quality Of The Ceramic Material Itself Meant That These Pieces Would Be Preserved For Centuries, Waiting To Be Recovered By Modem Archaeologists. The Ability To Create Ceramic Material With Diverse Physical Properties, To Form Vessels Into So Many Different Shapes, And To Decorate Them In Limitless Manners, Led To Their Use In Far More Than Utilitarian Contexts. Some Vessels Were Especially Made To Be Used In Trade, Manufacturing Activities, Or Rituals, While Ceramic Material Was Also Used To Make Other Items Such As Figurines, Models, And Architectural Ornaments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Approaches to Archaeological Ceramics'? A: The book primarily explores the significance of ceramics in archaeology, detailing how they serve as crucial evidence for understanding past societies and their daily activities.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Approaches to Archaeological Ceramics' is Carla M. Sinopoli.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book has a total of 252 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Approaches to Archaeological Ceramics' published? A: The book was published on June 30, 1991.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book regarding ceramics? A: The book covers the technology of ceramics, their various uses in societies, and their role in trade, rituals, and daily life.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in archaeology? A: Yes, it is written in an accessible manner, making it suitable for both beginners and those with prior knowledge of archaeology.
- Q: What makes ceramics an important aspect of archaeological study? A: Ceramics are important because they are durable, widely used in daily life, and provide insights into the cultural practices of past societies.
- Q: Can this book be useful for academic research? A: Absolutely, the book provides valuable information and perspectives that can be beneficial for academic research in archaeology.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or photographs in the book? A: The book may include illustrations or photographs to support the text, but specific details about visual content are not provided in the description.