human remains (archaeology)

"Discover all the mysteries, facts, and discoveries about skeletons. Have you ever wondered what lies beneath our feet? Bones have a story to tell-and not always a happy one. [This book] investigates remarkable discoveries of skeletal remains and what they reveal about human civilization. Combining fascinating history with science, [the author] unearths the truth about famous bones by exploring forensic evidence, archaeology, anthropology, medicine, and folklore"--Adapted from publisher description.

Explains how modern scientific techniques are used to piece together the stories behind human remains and how the information is used to create a picture of the cultures and ritual beliefs of a range of ancient societies.

Discusses the unearthing of four hominins--Turkana Boy, Lapedo Child, Kennewick Man, and Iceman--and the ways that new technology has helped archaeological specialists to refine their theories and change their view of the past.

From unexpected deaths to magical curses, mummies seem to have a mysterious impact on others. Learn more about how mummies came to be-and what makes them monsters.

Discusses new discoveries and innovations about Neanderthals and provides an assessment of the species.

Reports on the work of forensic scientists who are excavating grave sites in James Fort, in Jamestown, Virginia, to understand who lived in the Chesapeake Bay area in the 1600s and 1700s; and uncovers the lives of a teenage boy, a ship's captain, a colonial officer, an African slave girl, and others.

Readers will learn about hominids, such as the species "Homo erectus" and the genus "Australopithecus", who help fill out the human family tree.

"When a skeleton's head rolled off a dirt pile, all work came to a halt at a construction project in upstate New York. Archaeologists began excavating and found thirteen skeletons. Further investigation revealed that the bones were those of eighteenth-century African American slaves who had worked at the nearby Schuyler farm. Find out what these skeletons tell us about slavery and daily life long ago"--Amazon.com.

It is time for a new book about bog bodies: the number of known bodies is growing. Lindow Man, the famous 'Pete Marsh' discovered in Cheshire in the 1980s, has been joined by new finds from Ireland and elsewhere. Who were these unfortunate people, and why were they killed?.

Highlights major archaeological discoveries, and examines how human remains and modern techniques can uncover information about the past including the lives, cultures, and beliefs of ancient civilizations. Features dozens of color photographs.