{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-space-archaeology-paperback-softback-9781394256143","title":"An Introduction to Space Archaeology (Paperback \/ softback) 9781394256143","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eAn Introduction to Space Archaeology\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eLisa Westwood (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394256143, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 9 April 2026\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e192 pages\u003cbr\u003e24.4 x 17.5 x 1 cm, 0.249 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn engaging, accessible account of humanity’s heritage beyond Earth\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpace exploration has produced a rich material record that forms part of our cultural heritage. From abandoned launch sites and decommissioned satellites to lunar landing sites and the International Space Station, these traces reveal the story of humanity’s ventures beyond Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to Space Archaeology\u003c\/i\u003e is the first textbook to offer a comprehensive, student-friendly introduction to this emerging discipline. By applying archaeological methods to a wide range of historic space activities, author Lisa Westwood situates space exploration within the broader framework of human history to help students understand the cultural dimensions of humankind's off-world legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten with an engaging style and clear pedagogical structure, the book is designed to support students from diverse academic backgrounds, including archaeology, history, anthropology, planetary science, and aerospace studies. Each chapter combines historical context with archaeological analysis, complemented by case studies, summaries, key terms, and study questions to reinforce learning and spark critical thinking. Throughout the book, Westwood addresses pressing issues such as orbital debris, site preservation, and ethical stewardship to highlight the urgency of preserving humanity’s legacy off Earth for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEncouraging students to actively engage with one of the newest and most exciting frontiers in archaeology, \u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to Space Archaeology:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePresents space exploration as both a technological achievement and a cultural milestone.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrates archaeology method and theory with space history, planetary science, and aerospace studies in an interdisciplinary framework\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBridges traditional archaeological methods with modern concerns about technology, heritage, and international policy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupports both introductory and advanced discussions of archaeology, history, and cultural resource management\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides extensive instructor resources, including customizable lecture slides and quiz banks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to Space Archaeology\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect textbook for upper-level high school and undergraduate courses in archaeology, history, anthropology, planetary science, and aerospace studies. It is well-suited for courses such as Cultural Resources Management, Archaeology of the 20th Century, Earth and Planetary Science, and Space Law.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e'A giant leap in the field of space archaeology and heritage! Westwood has done an excellent job introducting Aerospace heritage to students and broadening the accessibility of its scholars. It reflects her expertise in the historic context of the human movement into space and deep commitment to its preservation'\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e– Beth Laura O'Leary, Professor Emerita of Anthropology, New Mexico State University\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'A masterful contribution that bridges archaeology and planetary science, offering a clear conceptual and methodological framework for identifying, interpreting, and studying archaeological signatures distributed across the Solar System. This book not only introduces a new generation of students to space archaeology but also challenges scholars across disciplines to reconsider how and, most importantly, why we study humanity's material footprint.'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e– Justin Holcomb, Assistant Research Professor, Kansas Geological Survey, University of Kansas, Assistant Director, Odyssey Archaeological Research Program\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e'The archaeology of human activity in space is an exciting new field, and Lisa Westwood has been there from the beginning. There is nobody better to introduce the key concepts of space archaeology, grounded in traditional archaeological and historic preservation practices. This book will grab students' attention and show them how it's possible to think beyond disciplinary boundaries and ask new questions.'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e– Justin Walsh, Professor of Art History, Archaeology, and Space Studies, Chapman University\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eList of Figures and Tables viii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of Acronyms x\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Companion Website xvi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Principles of Archaeology 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Inspiration for Space Archaeology 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArchaeology and the Study of Culture 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMethod and Theory of Archaeological Research 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArchaeological Sites: The Subject of Inquiry 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMethods of Documentation 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating Significance 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter Summary 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudy Questions 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Terms 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 History of Human Spaceflight 35\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Chronology of Human Space Flight 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePropulsion Exploratory Period, up to c. 1900 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEarly Rocket Testing Period, c. 1900–1945 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCold War Space Race Period, c. 1945–1969 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntensive Human Spaceflight Period, c. 1969–2011 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommercial and International Exploration Period, c. 2011–Present 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Next Period: To Be Determined 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter Summary 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudy Questions 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Terms 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Space Archaeology on Earth 60\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAncient Astronomers 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpace Archaeology on Earth 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrimary Sites 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSecondary Sites 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuxiliary Sites 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCultural Landscape of Space 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter Summary 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudy Questions 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Terms 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Space Archaeology in Orbit 92\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePost-Depositional Processes 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrbital Debris 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHumanity’s Entrance into Earth’s Orbit 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiving in Space 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkylab 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInternational Space Station 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrbiting Telescopes 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHubble Telescope 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWebb Telescope 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMars Odyssey 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMars Reconnaissance Orbiter 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVoyager 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrbiting … Cars? 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThreats from Orbital Debris 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEarth’s Oceans: A Model? 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImportance of Orbital Trajectory 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter Summary 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudy Questions 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Terms 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Space Archaeology on Other Celestial Bodies 117\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreservation Matters 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemote Sensing 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe First “Landings” 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe First Human Footprints 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHuman Cremains 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter Summary 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudy Questions 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Terms 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Conservation and Management 141\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArchaeological Sites: Nonrenewable Resources 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThreats to Space Archaeology 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntentional Harm 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePolitical Power Plays 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResource and Mineral Extracting 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpace Exploration 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSymbolic Protections 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInternational Efforts 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreservation Forward 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Future of Space Archaeology 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter Summary 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudy Questions 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Terms 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Why Does All of This Matter? 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