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Archaeology Feature Writer: Natasha Sheldon

Join us on a journey through time from prehistory to the present day. Discover Neolithic stone tools and the origins of agriculture in ancient Mesopotamia. Explore the civilisations of Rome, Greece, the Inca’s and the Mayans. Learn about our industrial past.

By following the current research and excavations of historical organisations worldwide, we’ll be up to the minute with the latest archaeological discoveries and issues. Not only that, we’ll learn about archaeology itself. How do archaeologists do their job? Who’s who in the archaeological world? How can you get involved?

You'll find articles that complement archaeology in art history , anthropology and ancient history. So for explorations of the past this is a great place to start!


Feature Writer Articles in Archaeology

 		The Temples and Churches of Roman Sbeitla
Sbeitla is notable its religious buildings, particularly its rare temples to the Capitoline triad and its early Christian churches
Dougga, Tunisia
In the hills to the south east of Carthage, Dougga is a former Numidian town with impressive roman remains
Arabic Bosra, Syria
Unlike many cities after the fall of the Roman Empire, Bosra found a new life as a flourishing Muslim town. This has lasted into the present day.
Ancient Bosra, Syria
The Syrian town of Bosra has a history as a Nabataean and Roman provincial capital, an important garrison town and a major centre of Byzantine Christianity
The Ancient Tombs of Palmyra
Palmyra's burials are unique. Situated outside the city walls, they show the changes in burial practice over the city's history and reflect Palmyran beliefs in life after
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Contributing Articles in Archaeology

 		New Evidence From Gesher Benot Ya'aqov
In the December 18, 2009 issue of Science, paleoarchaeologists reported that 790,000 year old hominins used spatially distinct areas for food and tool related activities.
Learning Archaeology Without a Field School
Field schools can be prohibitively expensive, costing thousands of dollars for only a few weeks. But, the thrifty archaeology student must not pay to get experience.
Brodie Castle, The Rodney Stone's Messages
Throughout Northern Europe many sculpted stones have mysterious messages incised on them, often in separate forms which may or may not have come from the same period.
Dating the Palaeolithic of Tabun Cave
The archaeology of Tabun Cave, Israel provides important information about the timeline of Neanderthal occupation in the Levant.
Elgin Marbles Row Rumbles On
A row between Greece and Britain over the ownership of some of the world's most famous ancient marble sculptures shows little sign of being settled.
The Neanderthals of Kebara Cave
Excavations at Kebara Cave reveal important details about Neanderthal burial behavior, diet, and stone tool technology in the Near East 61,000 - 48,000 years ago.
Famous Walls in History
The Great Wall of China, the Berlin Wall, the Western Wall...what is it about keeping people out (or in) that makes history?
The Archaeology of Stonehenge
The subject of much study and debate, the mysterious, five-thousand year old Stonehenge continues to fascinate.
Where Were the Brothels of Pompeii Located?
Sex trade was abundant in the city of Pompeii, but scholars disagree about whether it was conducted in secrecy or out in the open.
How Many Brothels Were There in Pompeii?
A guided visit to Pompeii can make it seem like there was once a brothel on every corner, but Pompeiians might not have been quite as promiscuous as once thought.
The Ancient Rome's Legacy in the Balkans
Many new roads, forts and towns changed the landscape in the Balkans during the Roman rule.
Human Evolution and Technological Change
Since the first appearance of stone tools 2.5 million years ago, there have been significant changes in the ways that humans manufacture and use stone tools.
Evidence for Hunting in the Eurasian Paleolithic
For some time, it was believed that modern humans were unique in their capacity for hunting, but researchers now know that we shared this capacity with other hominins.
Did the Ancient Celts Perform Human Sacrifice?
The evidence for human sacrifice among the ancient Celts is two-sided. Whereas ritual killings in Gaul are uncertain, Britain was the home of some gruesome scenes.
What Are Lithics?
Archaeologists use the term lithic to describe pieces of stone that have been manufactured or used by humans.
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