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Pottery Analysis: A Sourcebook Paperback – February 1, 2006

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A rich and comprehensive sourcebook, PotteryAnalysis draws together diverse approaches to the study of pottery—archaeological, ethnographic, stylistic, functional, and physicochemical. Prudence M. Rice uses pottery as a starting point for insights into people and culture and examines in detail the methods for studying these fired clay vessels that have been used worldwide from prehistoric times to the present. Pottery Analysis is a classic in its field as well as an invaluable reference for all students of archaeology and ancient culture.
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    584 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    University of Chicago Press
  4. Publication date
    February 1, 2006
  5. Dimensions
    7 x 1.25 x 9.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0226711161
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0226711164
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“This is a masterly, thorough, and commendable book. The author deserves our admiration and gratitude. . . . In Pottery Analysis, Prudence Rice has demonstrated that she is completely on top of her subject.” -- D. P. S. Peacock ― American Journal of Archaeology

“An important book which every archaeologist interested in ceramics will consult as a reference again and again.” -- Dean E. Arnold ― Antiquity

“This review does little justice to the richness of the Pottery Analysis and the considerable erudition of the author, demonstrated by her sixty-page bibliography. Rice has complete mastery of her subject; and if she has conceived the book from an anthropological perspective, it is also true, as she herself emphasizes, that ceramic engineers, chemists, physicists, and geologists will find it useful as well. . . . One can find the answer to any question with the help of its glossery and detailed index. This magisterial work represents the cutting edge of research and provides a guide to the best sources.” -- Claude Lévi-Strauss ― L’Homme

“An indispensable explanatory source book for all students of ceramics, especially archaeologists and anthropologists. . . . It breaks new ground. New in the sense that no other ceramicist has attempted such a compilation and blend of technological and social aspects in ceramic studies, both ancient and modern. New also in the emphasis on building a framework for understanding pottery vessels, from the raw materials to the use of the fired products in a particular social milieu. . . . For this reviewer, Rice’s presentation of the complex tapestry of factors affecting the potter’s choice of raw materials and how they may be manipulated is one of the most important features of the book.”

-- William D. Glanzman ― Archeomaterials

“Although it is of special interest to archaeologists, Rice’s compendium is also directed toward a wider audience, including social, physical, and materials scientists. Her broad work provides both an introduction to the topic and an exceedingly valuable asset to the most advanced researcher. . . . The superb 262-item glossary, 1,003 references, and 16-page detailed index are especially useful. Rice’s excellent volume is a true sourcebook and will serve as the standard for many years to come.”

-- Charles C. Kolb ― American Scientist

“Rice has produced a magnificent synthesis that belongs on every archeologist’s shelf. It is also an excellent textbook for students. I would not be surprised if, 30 years from now, it still holds its ground as the principal reference work on pottery.”

-- Vincas P. Steponaitis ― American Anthropologist

"Pottery Analysis may be the most up-to-date synthesis of current research on pottery as a broader field and, as such, continues to be cited in new pottery studies. . . . Many archaeologists will certainly want to have access to Price's book for its extensive treatment of both technical and anthropological issues related to pottery." -- Ralph Hawkins ― Near East Archaeological Society Bulletin

About the Author

Prudence M. Rice is professor of anthropology, associate vice chancellor for research, and director of the research development office at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ University of Chicago Press (February 1, 2006)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 584 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0226711161
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0226711164
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.2 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 1.25 x 9.75 inches
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative!
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2018
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This book served as the text for a pottery analysis class I took. It covered wvwerything we needed in detail.
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Nicole K East
5.0 out of 5 stars Great comprehensive text
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2015
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I was assigned this text for an archaeology course. Great book, is very comprehensive, and a must have for pottery analysis.
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Connie L. Woroszylo
5.0 out of 5 stars Pottery
Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2013
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This is a comprehensive book on pottery analysis. Great for beginners and experienced learners. I highly recommend this book for anyone who has interest in pottery.
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jen
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Intro
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2014
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I love this book and all the information that it provides !!
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Eduardo
5.0 out of 5 stars Classics
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2007
For me there are two kinds of classics. The first are the books that were printed more than 70 years ago, and are still a reference in the subject you use it. The second are the new books, less than 25 years of being edited, that are so good and so well written that any one who wants to investigate in a subject have to read them. Rice's book is the second kind. A book very well documented, written and thought. With out any doubt, if you want to deal with ceramic analyses in archaeology you have to read it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Service
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2009
Fast shipping, book in great condition. Thank you very much for helping to make my schooling more effective!
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Luca Nodari
4.0 out of 5 stars This is really what I was looking for...
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2007
A complete book on pottery technology. Very useful both for beginners and expert. It gives a useful and deep description on minseralogical, stilistic and archaeometric aspects of pottery and pottery making.
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Deepak K Nair
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have! Got Good Discount at Amazon!
Reviewed in India on June 4, 2014
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This is a must have book for anybody who is interested in Pottery analysis of archaeological sherds. The first edition appeared in 1987 but still this book is a true source book. I am quite happy to own a copy of this book but at the same time a bit disappointed too as I expected colour photographs in this new print.
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Joanne Nicholson
5.0 out of 5 stars Pottery Analysis: A Sourcebook
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 10, 2012
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I loved this book! It is so learned and yet also accessible to the non-specialist. Prudence Rice covers just about every aspect relating to pottery that you can think of - from the historical to scientific perspectives. I bought it for information for an essay but found myself reading huge chunks of it purely for interest. The chapters are broken down into sections so you can find the information you require very easily.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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