LITHIC ANALYSIS

This practical volume does not intend to replace a mentor, but acts as a reality accessible guide to the basic tools of lithic analysis that a researcher can consult. Some focuses of the manual include: history of stone tool research, procurement, manufacture, and function; and assemblage variability." This manual also includes text boxes, bringing basic terms and information to the attention of the researcher. Lithic Analysis will be an incomparable source for academic archaeologists, cultural resource, and heritage management archaeologists, government heritage agencies and upper-level undergraduate and graduate students of archaeology focused on the prehistoric period.