Ceramic Production in the Mariana Islands: Explaining Change and Diversity in Prehistoric Interaction and Exchange

Graves, Michael W.; Hunt, Terry L.; Moore, Darlene (1990). "Ceramic Production in the Mariana Islands: Explaining Change and Diversity in Prehistoric Interaction and Exchange". University of Hawaii. ISSN (E-ISSN) 1535-8283 (E-ISSN) .

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Abstract: Document concerning a scholarly report on ceramic production in the Mariana Islands with a primary geographic focus on the Mariana Islands and explicit treatment of Micronesia. The document is a detailed archaeological and anthropological survey analyzing prehistoric interaction and exchange through ceramic artifacts. It covers time periods relevant to prehistoric eras, examining changes and diversity in ceramic styles and production techniques. The report includes taxonomic cataloging of ceramic types, historical accounts of cultural exchange, and policy reviews related to archaeological findings. It references institutions and agencies involved in Pacific archaeology and incorporates data from treaties and journals pertinent to regional studies. The structural scope encompasses a comprehensive survey of ceramic production, including material analysis, distribution patterns, and interaction networks within the Mariana Islands and broader Micronesian context. The document integrates multidisciplinary subject domains such as archaeology, anthropology, cultural history, and material science. It documents prehistoric trade routes, social organization, and technological developments in ceramic manufacture. The report systematically presents evidence of exchange mechanisms and cultural influences across island communities, contributing to the understanding of prehistoric connectivity in Micronesia and the Mariana Islands.

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