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Overview
This unique work examines the science of geophysics operations in archaeology and gives non-specialist students both the confidence and the competence to set up and carry out their own surveys. With many illustrations to explain the text and techniques, this book will be an invaluable resource for specialists and non-specialists in archaeological geophysics alike.
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Meet the Author
John Oswin graduated in physics in 1974, but by then already had a keen interest in archaeology, and several years experience of excavation. After 30 years career as a specialist in underwater sound, he has returned to archaeology with the Bath and Camerton Archaeological Society and has taken on their geophysics operation. His work over the past four years is now gaining recognition for its thoroughness and large area coverage, nd has been the subject of a Channel 4 ‘Time Team’ programme. He has also taught many students attending training excavations how to use geophysical equipment. John is an amateur archaeologist, but believes very strongly that amateurs have an important role to play, which is complementary to that of the professionals.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Science basics 11
3 The instruments 31
4 Processing the data 74
5 Geophysics survey campaign 97
6 Examples of surveys 139
7 To sum up 155
App. A Detailed descriptions of the main instruments 157
App. B Details of commonly-used processing software 187
App. C Kit list 199
Glossary 205
Further reading 213
Index 215