Exploratory Multivariate Analysis in Archaeology

by M. J. Baxter

Overview

This volume presents four techniques of multivariate analysis commonly used by archaeologists (principal component analysis, correspondence analysis, cluster analysis, and discriminant analysis). Employing "ordinary language" and real data sets, and including extensive literature reviews, the book illustrates how these statistical techniques can be applied to specific archaeological questions. A new introduction by the author updates his discussion in light of subsequent developments in the field of quantitative archaeology. Originally published by Edinburgh University Press in 1994.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780989824934
Publisher:	Eliot Werner Publications
Publication date:	02/28/2015
Series:	Foundations of Archaeology Series
Pages:	330
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.50(d)

Table of Contents

Introduction to the Percheron Press Edition Chapter 1. Multivariate Statistics in Archaeology Chapter 2. Univariate and Bivariate Approaches and Preliminary Data Analysis Chapter 3. Principal Component Analysis - The Main Ideas Chapter 4. Principal Component Analysis - Specialised Topics Chapter 5. Correspondence Analysis - The Main Ideas Chapter 6. Correspondence Analysis - Extensions Chapter 7. Cluster Analysis - The Main Ideas Chapter 8. Cluster Analysis - Some Problems Chapter 9. Discriminant Analysis - The Main Ideas Chapter 10. Further Aspects of Discriminant Analysis Chapter 11. The Final Chapter Appendixes Bibliography Index

Editorial Reviews

"There are many things to admire about this book. . . . [T]he treatment of the methods is very solid and to the point. I especially like the way in which Baxter explores their strengths and weaknesses in applied settings. . . . [W]ritten at a level that most archaeologists will find comprehensible." Mark S. Aldenderfer in American Antiquity "[A]n excellent tool and reference for the practicing archaeo-statistician, as well as for the novice who wishes to get acquainted with multivariate statistical methods. In it one obtains practical advice from an experienced practitioner . . . . I like this book and recommend it." Kenneth L Kvamme in Archaeological Computing Newsletter "[A] no-nonsense account of the main multivariate techniques used in archaeology . . . . The style is straightforward and clear, and well in tune with the needs of the reader. . . . The tone is balanced and reasonable . . . . [F]or anyone who analyses multivariate data in archaeology." Clive Orton in Journal of Archaeological Science

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