"Footprints on cave floors. Fingerprints on clay pots. A tiny horse made from lead. Archaeologist Lois Miner Huey pieces together these clues to show readers the lives of children from long ago"--Provided by publisher.

"From the mystery of Easter Island to the ruins of Macchu Picchu, acclaimed historian Justin Pollard explains archeology's most significant discoveries."--cover [p. 4]

Discusses methods of archaeological excavations, ancient civilizations, the history of archaeology, and pioneers in the field.

Just when you think that you know everything there is to know about mummies, new ones are discovered! Packed with facts but light in tone, this book introduces young readers to the most compelling examples of mummies from all over the world. There are many books about Egyptian mummies, but Mummies Exposed! goes beyond what you expect and uncovers both old favorites and recent discoveries; among them a Moche princess in Peru, the bog people of England...

Explores the science of excavating and examining the debris of centuries of human life, from the Iron Age to recent history.

"A fascinating review of archaeological Great Britain, covering the deep archaeology of this long-settled island--from early hominid remains through the modern world--as well as Great Britain's role in the larger archaeological realm"--Provided by publisher.

No one thought that Ubar, the most fabled city of ancient Arabia, would ever be found, if it even existed. According to the Koran, the ancient trading outpost was sunk into the desert as punishment for the sins of its people. Over the centuries, many searched for the legendary "Atlantis of the Sands"-including Lawrence of Arabia-yet the city remained lost. Until now. Documentary filmmaker and amateur archaeologist Nicholas Clapp first stumbled on...