Hi Everyone
            Two of our lecturers here at Flinders University have produced 
a new book that has been designed with University students in mind. But it 
will be useful to anyone working in the field. It can be purchased through 
the web site.
                                     cheers
                                        Susan

The Archaeologist's Field Handbook
Heather Burke and Claire Smith

Price: $49.95

Australian Publication: October 2004

Extent: 432pp

In one volume here is every tool you need to conduct fieldwork in 
archaeology. Thoroughly comprehensive, The Archaeologist's Field Handbook 
is designed for every kind of archaeological practice­from simple site 
recordings to professional consultancies­for anyone who wants to record 
heritage sites responsibly.

This hands-on manual provides step-by-step instructions on how to undertake 
and successfully complete fieldwork in all fields of archaeology, from 
Indigenous to historical to maritime. More than 200 charts, checklists, 
graphs, maps and diagrams clearly illustrate how to design, fund, research, 
map, record, interpret, photograph and write up your fieldwork.

Packed full of industry know-how and invaluable practical advice, The 
Archaeologist's Field Handbook is the ultimate resource for consultants, 
teachers, students, community groups and anyone involved in heritage fieldwork.

See the complementary website at 
http://www.allenandunwin.com/arch_handbook/home.asp.

Dr Susan Piddock

Research Assistant
Department of Archaeology
Flinders University,
GPO Box 2100
Adelaide, 5001
South Australia

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Fax:            +61 8 82013845

Committee Member - Australasian Society for Historical Archaeology
Treasurer, SA Chapter Australian Association of Consulting Archaeology

Visit the Department of Archaeology website at:
http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/archaeology


See the Hills Face Zone Cultural Heritage Project website:
http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/archaeology/hfzchp/index.html