Landscape towns archaeology

A breakthrough volume in the study of the material culture of the slave trade. Hardcover with dust jacket new with 509 pages. R55 postage in SA. This is the first book devoted to the archaeology of African life on both sides of the Atlantic and highlights the importance of historical archaeology in completing the historical records of the Atlantic world's Africans. Archaeology of Atlantic Africa and the African Diaspora presents a diverse, richly textured picture of Africans' experiences during the era of the Atlantic slave trade and offers the most comprehensive explanation of how African lives became entangled with the creation of the modern world. Through interdisciplinary approaches to material culture, the dynamics of a comparative transatlantic archaeology is developed. Table of Contents and Contributors: 1. Pathways in the Archaeology of Transatlantic Africa, by Akinwumi Ogundiran and Toyin Falola Part 2. Atlantic Africa 2. Entangled Lives: The Archaeology of Daily Life in the Gold Coast Hinterlands, AD 1400-1900, by Ann Brower Stahl 3. Living in the Shadow of the Atlantic World: History and Material Life in a Yoruba-Edo Hinterland, ca. 1600-1750, by Akinwumi Ogundiran 4. Dahomey and the Atlantic Slave Trade: Archaeology and Political Order on the Bight of Benin, by J. Cameron Monroe 5. Enslavement in the Middle Senegal Valley: Historical and Archaeological Perspectives, by Alioune Déme and Ndeye Sokhna Guèye 6. The Landscape and Society of Northern Yorubaland during the Era of the Atlantic Slave Trade, by Aribidesi Usman 7. The Collapse of Coastal City-States of East Africa, by Chapurukha M. Kusimba 8. Ghana's "Slave Castles," Tourism, and the Social Memory of the Atlantic Slave Trade, by Brempong Osei-Tutu Part 3. African Diaspora 9. BaKongo Identity and Symbolic Representation in the Americas, by Christopher C. Fennell 10. "In This Here Place": Interpreting Enslaved Homeplaces, by Whitney L. Battle-Baptiste 11. Bringing the Out Kitchen In? The Experiential Landscapes of Black and White New England, by Alexandra A. Chan 12. African Metallurgy in the Atlantic World, by Candice L. Goucher 13. Between Urban and Rural: Organization and Distribution of Local Pottery in Eighteenth-Century Jamaica, by Mark W. Hauser 14. Allies, Adversaries, and Kin in the African Seminole Communities of Florida: Archaeology at Pilaklikaha, by Terrance Weik 15. Scars of Brutality: Archaeology of the Maroons in the Caribbean, by E. Kofi Agorsah 16. The Archaeological Study of the African Diaspora in Brazil, by Pedro P. Funari 17. The Vanishing People: Archaeology of the African Population in Buenos Aires, by Daniel Schávelzon 18. Maritime Archaeology and the African Diaspora, by Fred L. McGhee 19. Archaeology of the African Meeting House on Nantucket, by Mary C. Beaudry and Ellen P. Berkland 20. Practicing African American Archaeology in the Atlantic World, by Anna S. Agbe-Davies  

The Landscape of Towns - Archaeology in the Field - Michael Aston & James Bond    The pictures form part of the description Hardcover with Dust Jacket I Send by ordinary Mail and supply a tracking number. Because of postage costs it is sometimes better to to order more than one book, as I charge by weight and combine postage it is more cost effective. I combine postage. I also combine postage with Petersbooks and Jessies. For Book Condition see images below. Please quote Username or order number when making a payment      

Paul Johnson's "The Vanished Landscape"; A 1930's Childhood in the Potteries; Paul Johnson, celebrated historian, recalls in his own words and pictures, his childhood in Tunstall, near Stoke-on-Trent, one of the towns that made up "the Potteries". Hardcover; 200 pages; includes many of Johnson's sketches of the area Condition:  Excellent except for book exchange stamp inside front page; dust cover intact Will post or postnet to postnet. A real gem for Paul Johnson afficionados.    

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Stonehenge is our most famous prehistoric monument, massive, enduring, its iconic stones recognised around the world. It has also been an object of curiosity for centuries, the subject of speculation and investigation, the source of a thousand theories. In this book archaeologist Julian Richards, who has been involved with Stonehenge and its rich archaeological landscape for over 35 years, sets out to tell its fascinating story. Starting with a clear explanation of the structures of earth and stone that go to make up this enigmatic monument, this books charts the ways that Stonehenge has been visited, seen, explored and understood since medieval times. Giants, wizards, Druids, burials adorned with gold and the birth of archaeology all figure in this evolving story. The excavations of the 20th century, part triumph, part disaster, are explained in detail as they are the foundations for our understanding of Stonehenge's origins and development. The story that is told here is right up to date, including the results of the latest investigations in the landscape in 2016. This book then goes on to tackle the big questions: Who built Stonehenge? How was it built? And, perhaps the most difficult - Why was it built? In these chapters Julian takes a practical and critical look at some of the current ideas, trying to get into the minds and world of our prehistoric ancestors. Finally all that has been explained is woven with imagination into a narrative, one chapter simply entitled: `Stonehenge - the story so far'. Features Summary The story that is told here is right up to date, including the results of the latest investigations in the landscape in 2016. Author Julian Richards Publisher Historic England Release date 20170930 Pages 352 ISBN 1-84802-100-3 ISBN 13 978-1-84802-100-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days This book gives, for the first time, a comprehensive account of the works of architect, town planner and landscape architect, Sir Frederick Gibberd. At the beginning of his diverse and far-reaching career, Gibberd was a pioneer of modern architecture in Britain - he designed Pullman Court in 1933, one of the first International Style buildings in the country. His association with the Modern Architectural Research (MARS) Group and his influential publications put him at the forefront of the establishment of modern architecture in Britain. During the 1940s, however, Gibberd's interest shifted to the aesthetics of English market towns and Georgian streets; his diaries reveal a belief that the Modern Movement had `done its job', allowing architects to consider the visual, rather than functional qualities of materials, colour and texture. After the Second World War, his master plan for Harlow New Town and his influential book Town Design conveyed his growing interest in `visual planning'; he had become an international authority on the subject. His later projects, Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral (1967) and Regent's Park Mosque (1977) for example, also reflected his aesthetic approach, prompting many to question his role as a key figure in the history of modern British architecture. This reassessment of Gibberd's work demonstrates, that with his visual approach to the design of buildings, spaces, townscapes and landscapes, Gibberd was at the forefront of the development of a softer, distinctly English form of modern architecture and town planning, thus, reaffirming his role as a significant architect of the 20th century. Features Summary This book gives, for the first time, a comprehensive account of the works of architect, town planner and landscape architect, Sir Frederick Gibberd. At the beginning of his diverse and far-reaching career... Author Christine Manley Publisher Historic England Release date 20171015 Pages 160 ISBN 1-84802-273-5 ISBN 13 978-1-84802-273-7

We combine postage, so do look at our other items on offer. Postage prices outside of South African borders will differ. Please enquire before purchasing. Dispatched within 3 business days. Condition: Very Good. Trolley, 2007 - Photography - 132 pp. People, places, towns, emptiness - all aboard Amtrak, the national but er surprisingly dilapidated rail service of the US. In a country where the majority of people travel by plane or bus, travelling by train is an underused phenomenon which is cheaper and often more efficient than is realised. In beautiful large-format images, America Off Track captures the variety of the landscape, from desert to cities, and the rewards to be had travelling by train. America Off Track presents a unique landscape and perspective of the country, on an amazing photographic journey from the Wild West, through the eery and empty, to the bustling cities of the East. Every picture through the window of a train. About the author   (2007) Jarret Schecter is an independent documentary photographer. He is the author of several books that address socio-political subjects. He lives in New York. Francesca Sorrenti is a creative director, curator and photographer. She is also a co-founder of SkeGroup (See, Know & Evolve). She lives in New York. Bibliographic information:    Title America Off Track Authors Jarret Schecter, Francesca Sorrenti Editor Francesca Sorrenti Photographs by Jarret Schecter Edition illustrated Publisher Trolley, 2007 ISBN 9781904563600 Length 132 pages Free and discounted shipping on bulk purchases (postal and courier) within the RSA. See shipping for details.   Please Click ---> HERE PTO Books is selling.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days Situated between the Hottentots Holland Mountains and the Breede River, the Overberg is an important agricultural region and a popular holiday destination for tourists and nature lovers who delight in the beauty of its mountainous landscape, abundant plant species and long sandy beaches. But this area also has a rich history going back thousands of years, when the indigenous Khoi people originally thrived there, before the first European settlers arrived to leave their own indelible imprint on the culture, architecture and character of the region. This book provides a detailed account of this past by pointing out the many places, buildings, events and personalities that have made the Overberg the diverse and unique place that it is today. The Overberg has been a home or point of interest for explorers, innovators, artists and writers, for figures as varied as Bartholomew Diaz, Olof Bergh, Hendrik Verwoerd, Gregoire Boonzaier, Audrey Blignault and Breyten Breytenbach. Some of South Africa's oldest towns, houses and missionary stations can be found here, and its treacherous coastline has been the cause of hundreds of shipwrecks for centuries. Enlivened by historical and current photographs and informative side panels, this book is a collector's item. Features Summary Situated between the Hottentots Holland Mountains and the Breede River, the Overberg is an important agricultural region and a popular holiday destination for tourists and nature lovers who delight in the beauty of its mountainous landscape... Author Chris Schoeman Publisher Penguin Random House South Africa Release date 20170302 Pages 222 ISBN 1-77609-072-1 ISBN 13 978-1-77609-072-3

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) History meets archaeology in this fantastic new series. You can uncover the secrets behind the world's lost towns, tombs, shipwrecks and treasures. You can find out how archaeologists discovered these priceless finds. There are paired lost and found spreads for each discovery. It features stunning photography, and fascinating historical accounts. Format:Paperback Pages:32

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days As the engines roar and the green flag waves, these stories tear across their rural landscape with the energy of a Winston Cup race. Like W.P. Kinsella's minor league ballplayers, Jonis Agee's drivers, pit crews, mechanics, and their families live in small towns, eat at truck stops, and have a hard time keeping their dreams from destroying their lives. From the garage to the kitchen table, from demolition derby to nascar, Agee's hapless heroes open our eyes as they take the wall. The wildly popular sport of auto racing is a backdrop in these stories for exploration of the creative and destructive aspects of obsession. In farmhouses, mobile homes, and roadside trailer courts, fathers and sons, mothers and daughters all try to figure out how to keep their families running as smoothly as their cars. Taking the Wall is rich with details about racing and rural life, and richer yet in insight into that part of the human spirit that just doesn't know how to quit. Agee takes a personal and compassionate look at a grab bag of individuals linked by obsession. Reviews Novelist (South of Resurrection) and short fiction (Bend This Heart) writer Agee's collection of bittersweet stories dissects the rough world of auto racing from the working-class perspectives of drivers, pit crews, fans, family and other hangers-on. While "taking the wall," crashing into it, is the worst possible scenario, Agee's characters secretly wish for the excitement, horror and suspense it offers: will the driver walk away from the fiery wreck? Domestic life unfolds around the racetrack throughout the collection. "The Pop Off Valve" is a monologue in which an unnamed narrator recounts her naovet in marrying a man obsessed with racing, and the wake-up call she received on her honeymoon 15 years ago at the Motor Speedway in Irish Hills, Mich., when not even a terrible accident could thwart her husband's devotion to his hobby. Her description of the crash is chilling: "the rescue workers used the jaws of life to pry what was left of the driver from the shattered burnt shell of the car." Nonchalantly, she adds, "We grilled steaks on the hibachi at dark, unable to see the bloody raw meat until we cut into it." Agee's parsimonious language is sta Features Summary Engines roar and checkered flags wave in these stories about the conflict between families, cars, and obsession. Author Jonis Agee Publisher Coffee House Press Release date 19991031 Pages 256 ISBN 1-56689-088-8 ISBN 13 978-1-56689-088-5

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days From Santiago de Compostela in the north-west to Granada in the south-east via Madrid in the centre, Enchanting Spain reveals the fascinating breadth and depth of this exuberant country. The Moorish Alhambra, Toledo's Jewish quarter, the Roman amphitheatre at Merida and Barcelona's Sagrada Familia, the famously unfinished cathedral, each show a different aspect of Spain's complex history, now intermingled with fabulously contemporary museums and art centres. The major towns sparkle with life, which visitors can sharethrough the vibrant night scene, the delicious food and wine, the flamenco performances and the abundant festivals. The landscape is diverse and dramatic, whether you are discovering the sun-drenched beaches of Andalucia, hiking in the Picos de Europa or taking a trip down the Guadalquivir River.Enchanting Spain is a portrait in words and images of both the familiar and the unexpected pleasures of this vibrant country. Features Summary From Santiago de Compostela in the north-west to Granada in the south-east via Madrid in the centre, Enchanting Spain reveals the fascinating breadth and depth of this exuberant country. Author John MacDonald (Author), Patricia Diaz Pereda (Author) Publisher John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd Release date 20160429 Pages 80 ISBN 1-909612-70-7 ISBN 13 978-1-909612-70-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days Enigmatic and multi-layered, "Islanders" is about finding one's own hard-won truth. A young man's indelible memories of the struggle to find intimacy--formative experiences like the ebb and flow of friendships, love, and ordinary workaday life--are viewed through a lens of nostalgic longing and hard-eyed realism as he attempts to come to terms with the past. Set during the cataclysm of the last years of the war in Vietnam, in a landscape that shifts between the bleak fishing towns of the Atlantic coast to the ruined cities of the Northeast, "Islanders" explores the classic theme of identity's intricate relationship to place. Features Summary Seen through the prism of personal history, an evocative, unsettling view of a world falling apart. Author Ammiel Alcalay Publisher City Lights Books Release date 20100318 Pages 96 ISBN 0-87286-506-1 ISBN 13 978-0-87286-506-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days As the slogan goes, "There's more than corn in Indiana." If the ghostly legends and tales that can be heard are to be believed, indeed there is more than corn in the Hoosier state... restless spirits that refuse to stay buried and forgotten. Here are collected a sampling of the ghostly tales that are told throughout the length and breadth of Indiana. Come wander the Hoosier state, and meet some of its unearthly denizens. Come hear the stories, old and new, that are as much a part of the Indiana landscape as farm fields and small towns. Come visit... Haunted Indiana. Features Summary The ghost of a faceless nun, who glides silently through the empty expanse of a college hall. Author Mark Marimen Publisher Thunder Bay Press Michigan Release date 19970601 Pages 155 ISBN 1-882376-38-2 ISBN 13 978-1-882376-38-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours The brand new novel by Michael Crichton, being published posthumously. The year is 1876. Warring Indian tribes still populate America¿s western territories even as lawless gold-rush towns begin to mark the landscape. Against this backdrop two paleontologists pillage the Wild West for dinosaur fossils, while deceiving and sabotaging each other in a rivalry that will come to be known as the Bone Wars. Into this treacherous territory plunges William Johnson, a Yale student with more privilege than sense. Determined to win a bet against his arch-rival, William has joined world-renowned paleontologist Othniel Charles Marsh on his latest expedition. But Marsh becomes convinced that William is spying for his nemesis, Edwin Drinker Cope, and abandons him in Cheyenne, Wyoming, a locus of crime and vice. Soon William joins forces with Cope and stumbles upon a discovery of historic proportions. The struggle to protect this extraordinary treasure, however, will test William¿s newfound resilience and pit him against some of the West¿s most dangerous and notorious characters¿ Features Summary Michael Crichton, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Jurassic Park, returns to the world of paleontology in this recently discovered novel - a thrilling adventure set in the Wild West during the golden age of fossil hunting. Author Michael Crichton Publisher HarperCollinsPublishers Release date 20170717 Pages 304 ISBN 0-00-817307-9 ISBN 13 978-0-00-817307-4