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The Archaeology of Disease

The Archaeology of Disease

HistoryMedicine
Pages
352
Published
2007
Language
English
Prose complexity
10/10

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Genres

History Medicine Science

Authors

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Charlotte Roberts

Charlotte Roberts is an author with a broad scope, writing fiction like Dance of Change and the children's book Madeleine Goes to the Moon. Her non-fiction contributions include The Archaeology of Disease and Edward Gibbon and the Shape of History.

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Keith Manchester

Keith Manchester is an author known for his work in historical non-fiction. His book, "The Archaeology of Disease," explores the history of illness through ancient remains. Manchester's writing offers a clear look at past health challenges.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Archaeology of Disease a textbook?

    This book is widely used as a core textbook for university courses in bioarchaeology and paleopathology, offering a foundational overview of the methodologies and findings in the field. It is structured to be accessible to students while providing comprehensive detail for researchers.

  • How does the second edition of The Archaeology of Disease differ from the first?

    The second edition, published in 2007, significantly updates the original 1999 text with new archaeological discoveries and advancements in diagnostic techniques. It includes expanded sections on specific diseases and incorporates more recent theoretical approaches in paleopathology.