A Slice Through Time: Dendrochronology and Precision Dating by M.G.L. Baillie - 1997-06-02

Paperback. Very Good.

B.T. Batsford, 1995. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,650grams, ISBN:9780713476545

New. The dramatic development of European oak chronologies over the last ten years parallels and supplements the bristlecone-pine chronology in the United States. Dendrochronologists can now provide a wood sample - a time capsule of biological material - for any calender date over the last seven millennia from two continents. For archaeologists, resigned to the imprecision of radiocarbon dating, the implications are profound. For the first time it is possible to establish precise dates for prehistoric events. Similarly, we have an independent and scientifically objective way of testing historical accounts, such as the traditional Egyptian chronology. Equally fundamental are the insights provided by the related disciplines of dendroecology and dendroclimatology. The Bronze Age eruption of Santorini and the AD 540 `event' are explored as fascinating case studies. Drawing on a further decade of research by himself and others, Mike Baille not only brings the pre-1980 story up to date, but… Read More

B T Batsford, 1995 European oak chronologies supplementing the bristlecone- pine. Slight wear to illustrative covers, small name to half-title, generally VG.

Paperback / softback. New. Dendrochronologists can now provide a wood sample for any calender date over the last seven millennia from two continents. The author discusses the latest developments.

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Routledge, 1997. Paperback. New. 1st edition. 176 pages. 9.50x7.25x0.50 inches.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Routledge, 1997. Paperback. New. 1st edition. 176 pages. 9.50x7.25x0.50 inches.

Routledge. Paperback. New. 9x7x0.