Tectonic Archaeology
Subduction Zone Geology in Japan and its Archaeological Implications
By (author) Gina L. Barnes
Paperback (Published)
(December 2022)
ISBN: 9781803273990
7.99 x 10.87 inches
Price: $110.00
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The effects of tectonic processes on archaeological sites are evidenced by earthquake damage, volcanic eruptions, and tsunami destruction, but these processes also affect a broader sphere of landform structures, environment, and climate. An overview of tectonic archaeology is followed by a detailed summary of geoarchaeological fieldw
The 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.
Dedication 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 Terms, Dedication to William R. Farrand ;
Preface ;
Chapter 1: Tectonic Archaeology vs Geoarchaeology ;
Part I: A Geological Introduction to the Japanese Islands Part II: The Tectonic Archaeologies of Japan Part III: Nara Basin Studies Volume Conclusions Appendices Classified Index ;
Glossary of East Asian Words ;
Glossary & Index of Geological Terms
- By (author) Gina L. Barnes
‘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
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‘Tectonic Archaeology successfully collates a highly useful body of reference material on the mechanics and broad archaeological implications of the geological processes characterising subduction zones. Whilst focused on Japan, the book has clear comparative value for similar regions across the globe.’ – David K. Kay (2024): Geoscientist
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