Handbook of Ancient Water Technology |
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| Editor:
| Wikander, Örjan
Wikander, Örjan |
| Series title: | Technology and Change in History Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-90-04-11123-3 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2002 |
| Publisher: | BRILL
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $422.00 |
Book Description:
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A magisterial handbook on water use and water technology in an area from Mesopotamia to the Atlantic Ocean, from the beginning of the Neolithic period up to ca. A.D. 600. Based on the archaeological and written evidence, it discusses the socio-economic background, irrigation and drainage, water supply, water in recreation (fountains, baths, etc.), larger hydraulic works (canals and sluices, dams, drainage), water-power, water legislation and the administration of water resources.
A magisterial handbook on water use and water technology in an area from Mesopotamia to the Atlantic Ocean, from the beginning of the Neolithic period up to ca. A.D. 600. Based on the archaeological and written evidence, it discusses the socio-economic background, irrigation and drainage, water supply, water in recreation (fountains, baths, etc.), larger hydraulic works (canals and sluices, dams, drainage), water-power, water legislation and the administration of water resources.