DNA for Archaeologists
Book Details
PublisherLeft Coast Press
ISBN / ASIN1598746812
ISBN-139781598746815
AvailabilityUsually ships in 24 hours
Sales Rank773,894
MarketplaceUnited States 🇺🇸
Description
The ability to use DNA evidence is revolutionizing our understanding of the past. This book introduces archaeologists to the basics of DNA research so they can understand the powers and pitfalls of using DNA data in archaeological analysis and interpretation. By concentrating on the principles and applications of DNA specific to archaeology, the authors allow archaeologists to collect DNA samples properly and interpret the laboratory results with greater confidence. The volume is replete with case examples of DNA work in a variety of archaeological contexts and is an ideal teaching tool for archaeologists and their students.
