Maps and diagrams in text, large format (10 x 7.5 inches approx.), colored photo pictorial, an introductory study and overview of urban archaeology, by the Professor of Archaeology at the University of York, past director of a number of major urban archaeology projects. Explains the character of urban deposits, how excavations throw light on aspects of Roman, Saxon and mediaeval times, and how remains found indicate different versions of town life, with an extensive bibliography of source material. Professor Carver has produced a readable overview of urban archaeology which also reflects his wide excavation experience and thus offers many controversial new interpretations, especially of the Anglo-Saxon period. His suggested methodology is also challengingly original.