Archaeology papers

An overview of the architecture, social set-up and economics of ancient Egypt.

Examines the history and influence of this Egyptian Pharoah.

Discusses the extraordinary traditions and culture of the Aztec civilization of South America.

This paper discusses the archaeological Chinese treasure Qin Shi Huang's mausoleum, especially the terracotta warriors, dating from the 221 B.C. and discovered in 1974.

This paper discusses various theories surrounding the myth of Atlantis written by the Greek scholar Plato in 400 B.C., even today captivating the minds of archaeologists and philosophers.

A discussion of three important developments for human civilization.

An explanation of the Ankh - a famous Egyptian artifact.

This paper identifies the Australopithecines as hominids and explores the relationship between this species and modern man.

This paper discusses the contents, history of discovery and the dilemma of the Dead Sea Scrolls.

The ancient Egyptian belief of life after death in detail and its funerary ceremonies to achieve happiness and harmony in the afterlife.

A discussion of the tombs of ancient Greece.

A look at one of the earliest known art forms in Africa, Nok Terracotta.

A critical review of Elizabeth Wayland Barber's book about mummies discovered during an archaeological dig at the rim of the Tarim Basin.

An analysis of the Anglo-Saxon reuse of Roman buildings in the 5th to 8th centuries.

An in-depth look into the history and geography of this major link between East and West.

Examines medical tools and procedures used in ancient Egypt.

An examination of the great Step-Pyramid of Djoser, designed by Imhotep and the belief system it represented.

An examination of the "Elgin Marbles", ancient Parthenon figures that were claimed by British archaeologists in the 18th century during Greek civil strife, and the debate over whether or not they should be returned to Greece.

An overview of the historical heritage concerning the Sheela-na-gig sculptures and carvings in literature.

An examination of the changes wrought upon Egyptian art during the reign of the Pharaoh Akhnaton.

Examines the link between religion and art in ancient Egypt.

This essay examines the reliability of Josephus' account of the siege of Masada.

This paper discusses the importance of the Neolithic period to the art historian. It is important because it laid the foundation for all consequent art.

Details the Piltdown Forgery in which an amateur archaeologist planted fake skull and jaw bones and managed to fool the scientific world.

An analysis of ancient Greek culture and the practice of housing gifts to the Gods in sacred treasuries.

An overview of Old World and New World remote sensing.

Examines the narrative style of Tacitus in his "Annals of Tacitus" and whether Nero's reign was portrayed with historical accuracy.

This paper summarizes Riane Eisler's "Cultural Transformation Theory" as presented in her book, "The Chalice and the Blade."

A review of the journal article called "Celibacy: Confusion Laid To Rest?," written by Joe Zias and published in the "Dead Sea Discoveries" journal.

An historical look at the series of wars waged by Western European Christians to recapture the Holy Land from the Muslims from the end of the 11th century to the late 13th century.

Looks at modern archaeological evidence as a possible source for ancient Greek myths and legends.

A history of the conflict between Greece and Turkey, starting with the 11th century and continuing up until present times.

A look at this ancient account of Egyptian life by the Greek traveler, Herodotus.

A look at what archaeologists are able to learn about ancient African culture through Nok art.

A look at early Irish art and literature and how it helps define early Irish culture.

An examination of the lifestyle of the ichthyosaur.

A look at the similarities and differences of the development of civilization in the Ancient Near East and the Mediterranean.

Examines the past and the present of two American Indian tribes of California.

An examination of the Anasazi civilization, which developed and prospered in the Four Corners region between 1 AD and 1300 AD.

Examines the evolution of state systems in the Mesopotamian region between 3500 BC and 330 BC: Sumeria, Persia, and Assyria.

This paper discusses ancient Greek art in the period between about 580 B.C. and 450 B.C. with examples of pottery and statues from this period.

Explores the Hohokam culture, one of four major native American cultural groups that dominated the Southwest.

A research paper on the famous historiographer who wrote 'The "Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire".

A brief history of ancient China, starting with the Shang Dynasty and ending with the T'ang Dynasty.

An examination of the greatest intellectual and artistic achievements of ancient Egypt and assesment of their influence upon Western civilization.

Discusses how the domestic dog evolved, based on Darwin's theory.

Discusses the discovery of cave art in Europe and Africa.

The Egyptian Society declined rapidly from the end of the Eighteenth Dynasty. The relationship between this decline and economic conditions, the position of weakened pharaohs and warfare is examined.

A look at how the Persian Wars acted as a fulcrum and incentive for change within Greek society.

A discussion into the contributions of various factors into the determination of social status within the ancient cities of the Romans and Greeks.

An exploration of the distinctive, common characteristics of the cities of the Graeco-Roman world.

A analysis of the rule of Cleopatra with a special focus on her personal life.

Extensive history of the Jewish people from the 7th century until present times.

Discusses the similarities that existed between ancient Greek and Roman deities.

An in-depth look at the eating habits and dietary make-up of the ancient Romans.

Discusses and compares these two works on African cultural archaeology.

An overview of the environment and development of Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt.

A biographical analysis of Cleopatra.

Historical account of the Jewish people beginning with the age of patriarchs.

An explanation of the Achilles tendon.

A look at the emergence of social complexity in Neolithic China.

This paper discusses the feminist interpretation of art from the Yoruban African society.

An examination of the ancient civilization of Mesoamerica known as the Olmec civilization.

A description of the life and reign of the lesser-known Egyptian Pharaoh, Akhenaten.

A look at the process of mummification.

A discussion of the archaeological evidence for the emergence of a provincial culture in the Roman province of Asia Minor.

This paper discusses and analyzes the book, "The Mummies of Urumchi", by Elizabeth Wayland Barber.

Review of Redford's book about Akhenaten, one of the most controversial pharaohs in Egyptian history.

Historical account of two of the most controversial and influential figures in Roman history, Julius Caesar and Augustus.

Comparison of the two ancient harbors, their building methods, and functions.

A look at the archaeological and historical consequences of the U.S. invasion of Iraq.

Provides a study of Mesoamerican history and society.

Analyzes the two dialogues in Plato's "Trial and Death of Socrates".

Explores ancient Greek and ancient Egyptian history.

Discusses the cave as prime example of archaic desert culture.

An examination of the Battle of Kadesh, a major battle that took place in the ancient Egyptian era, and its significance.

An analysis of how Vikings viewed themselves and how they were viewed by others.

Oral presentation on how best to study ancient history in America.

A look into the development of Neanderthal culture by examining their language use, tool usage, and other daily functions.

Discussion of the the rise and fall of Ptolemaic Egypt.

Explores the history and origins of artifactual communication.

Examines the location of Atlantis, how far it extended, and theories regarding its fate.

This paper presents the debate about the archaeological meaning of cut marks found on human bone.

A comparison of different ancient civilizations that grew along various rivers.

The paper is a fully explained account of the life of the great Pharaoh Akhenaten (husband of Queen Nefertiti).

A discussion of the historical basis in the Atlantis myth and in what ways it has been researched.

This essay explains that findings from the last two decades openly contradict the basic assumptions of the evolutionary theory.

Examines art, religion, and death in Old, Middle, and Late Kingdom Egypt.

An overview of the principles behind the Great Pyramids and how they were built.

A look at the relationship between the art forms of weaving and architecture.

A review of the book, "Paths to the Ancient Past" by Tom B. Jones.

A look at the connection of the Baroque Age to the Renaissance.

The emergence of artistic change in the late Roman Empire.

An examination of the rise of the Roman Empire.

A discussion of the anciel Greek Gods and how they are viewed today.

How the Pantheon was built.

An analysis of the Mahajanaka Jata cave.

The development of the pyramids.

A look at archeological proof of Christianity.