The Prehistory Of Africa
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears. Page Condition: Yellowed. Markings: Previous owner. Binding: Intact. Notes: The Readers Union Group of Book Clubs edition in association with Thames and Hudson.
A landmark work in the field of African archaeology, The Prehistory of Africa presents a sweeping and authoritative survey of the African continent's human past, from the earliest stone tool cultures to the dawn of recorded history. J. Desmond Clark, one of the foremost archaeologists of the twentieth century, draws on decades of fieldwork to chronicle the development of prehistoric peoples across Africa's diverse landscapes. The narrative details the evolution of tool technologies, subsistence strategies, and cultural practices that shaped early human societies, illustrating Africa's pivotal role as the cradle of humankind. Enriched by 48 photographs, 62 line drawings, and 10 maps, this volume remains an essential reference for students and scholars of prehistory, anthropology, and African studies alike. Published as part of the prestigious Ancient Peoples and Places series under General Editor Glyn Daniel, it upholds the series' reputation for rigorous, accessible scholarship.
Author: J. Desmond Clark
Format: Hardback
Genre: African history
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears. Page Condition: Yellowed. Markings: Previous owner. Binding: Intact. Notes: The Readers Union Group of Book Clubs edition in association with Thames and Hudson.
A landmark work in the field of African archaeology, The Prehistory of Africa presents a sweeping and authoritative survey of the African continent's human past, from the earliest stone tool cultures to the dawn of recorded history. J. Desmond Clark, one of the foremost archaeologists of the twentieth century, draws on decades of fieldwork to chronicle the development of prehistoric peoples across Africa's diverse landscapes. The narrative details the evolution of tool technologies, subsistence strategies, and cultural practices that shaped early human societies, illustrating Africa's pivotal role as the cradle of humankind. Enriched by 48 photographs, 62 line drawings, and 10 maps, this volume remains an essential reference for students and scholars of prehistory, anthropology, and African studies alike. Published as part of the prestigious Ancient Peoples and Places series under General Editor Glyn Daniel, it upholds the series' reputation for rigorous, accessible scholarship.