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OverviewThe effects of tectonic processes on archaeological sites are evidenced by earthquake damage, volcanic eruptions, and tsunami destruction. However, these processes affect a far broader sphere of landform structures, environment, and even climate that envelops an archaeological site and triggers human behavioural activities. Tectonic processes derive directly or indirectly from Plate Tectonics and associated magmatic activity of the Earth’s mantle. This volume thus provides a primer on crucial subduction- and suprasubduction-zone processes due to Plate Tectonics, where many earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are generated. After a general survey of how tectonic effects are dealt with in geoarchaeology, Part I details how these processes are applied to understand the Japanese landmass’s development, from continental accretion to volcanic archipelago, as a world-standard example. A full glossary of geological terms is included for easy reference. This is followed by detailed examinations of Japan’s tectonic archaeologies in Part II: TephroArchaeology, Earthquake Archaeology, and Tsunami Archaeology. Part III summarizes and critiques the authors’ own geoarchaeological fieldwork in Japan which was underwritten by a clear exposition of its geological and geomorphological background. Looking holistically at a locale and its development through geological time is fruitful in understanding the lay of the land, its resources, and its hazards that affect human occupation potential. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Gina L. Barnes (Professor Emeritus of Japanese Studies, Durham University)Publisher: Archaeopress Imprint: Archaeopress Access Archaeology Weight: 1.804kg ISBN: 9781803273990ISBN 10: 1803273992 Pages: 554 Publication Date: 29 December 2022 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsDedication to William R. Farrand ; Preface ; Chapter 1: Tectonic Archaeology vs Geoarchaeology ; Part I: A Geological Introduction to the Japanese Islands ; Chapter 2: A Primer in Plate Tectonics, with Specific Reference to Japan ; Chapter 3: The Palaeogeographic Compilation of the Japanese Landmass ; Chapter 4: Shaping the Japanese Archipelago ; Chapter 5: Making Japan’s Mountains & Basins ; Chapter 6: Japan’s Igneous Activity & Volcanic Arcs ; Chapter 7: Tephra-derived Soils of Japan in comparative context ; Reflections on Part I ; Part II: The Tectonic Archaeologies of Japan ; Chapter 8: TephroArchaeology ; Chapter 9: Earthquake Archaeology ; Chapter 10: Tsunami Archaeology ; Chapter 11: The Inter-relatedness of Tectonics & Hazard Research ; Chapter 12: True Jades, False Friends ; Reflections on Part II ; Part III: Nara Basin Studies ; Chapter 13: Nara Basin Geology & Geomorphology ; Chapter 14: Geoarchaeological Studies in Nara, Japan: the Integrated Findings ; Chapter 15: Acid Soils and Acid Rocks: Misunderstood Implications for Bone Preservation in Japan ; Reflections on Part III ; Volume Conclusions ; Appendices ; Classified Index ; Glossary of East Asian Words ; Glossary & Index of Geological TermsReviews'This volume is a most useful addition to a sparse literature. The retrospective is constructed to provide context for the geoarcheology of Japan extending from whole earth processes to site specifics, and in so doing enables comparison with the tectonic archaeology of other regions. Much of the summarized source material is otherwise difficult to find.' - Eric Force, University of Arizona ; 'The theme of tectonic archaeology is important and deserves a wide audience. Part I chapters are informed by a detailed and expert geological knowledge, with well-illustrated explanations of concepts, written in a style aimed at a non-expert readership and with an eye to their archaeological relevance. Part II chapters are illustrated with a wealth of examples drawn from the archaeology and history of Japan. Part III illustrates the application of these principles to the author's field investigations in the Nara Basin, and it serves as a detailed case study to round off the overall theme of the volume.' - Geoff Bailey, University of York Author InformationGina L. Barnes is Professor Emeritus of Japanese Studies, Durham University; Project Affiliate, Earth Sciences, Durham University; and Professorial Research Associate in the Department of History of Art and Archaeology, SOAS University of London. Her Research interests include archaeology and ancient history of East Asia with a special emphasis on Japan and Korea; state formation in Korea and Japan; ancient Korea-Japan relations; emergence of Yamato kingship; Japanese geology; and tectonic archaeology. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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