{"product_id":"stone-axe-studies-archaeological-petrological-experimental-and-ethnographic","title":"Stone Axe Studies: Archaeological, Petrological, Experimental and Ethnographic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStone Axe Studies: Archaeological, Petrological, Experimental and Ethnographic, T. H. McK. Clough and W. A. Cummins (Editors) — First Edition\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublication:\u003c\/b\u003e London, Council for British Archaeology, 1979\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormatting:\u003c\/b\u003e 4to, pp. 137.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e Very Good. The original paper wrapper presents well, showing only light edge-wear and minor rubbing to the extremities, particularly at the head and foot of the spine. There is a faint, superficial diagonal crease to the upper left corner of the front wrap and some minor scattered scuffing to the rear panel, but no significant tears or loss. The binding remains tight and perfectly square, indicating it has seen careful use. Internally, the text block is exceptionally clean and bright, showing only the faintest touch of age-toning to the page margins, with no foxing or internal blemishes to detract from the text or illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCatalogue Note:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a first edition of the highly regarded CBA Research Report No. 23. A foundational text in the field of archaeological petrology, the volume compiles pivotal papers on the distribution, manufacture, and trade of prehistoric stone implements across the British Isles and beyond. The text is comprehensively illustrated throughout with black-and-white photographic plates, line drawings, maps, and diagrams that remain essential reference material for the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotably, this copy includes a loosely inserted printed plate reproducing a historic illustration of a greenstone axe, bearing a facsimile 1816 manuscript note detailing its origins from New Zealand. This specialised research report has become increasingly uncommon on the open market, particularly in such a well-preserved, tight condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStone Axe Studies\u003c\/i\u003e brings together a definitive collection of research on prehistoric stone implements. Combining archaeological, petrological, experimental, and ethnographic perspectives, this volume explores how ancient communities sourced, crafted, and traded stone axes across prehistoric landscapes. Essential for students, academics, and professionals in British prehistory and lithic studies, this foundational work offers profound insights into Neolithic and Bronze Age economic networks, craftsmanship, and the early movement of materials.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54628537467219,"sku":"5175","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260811_142540.jpg?v=1787129855","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/stone-axe-studies-archaeological-petrological-experimental-and-ethnographic","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}