Author: Publisher: Odile Jacob
ISBN: 2738177301
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Author: Publisher: Odile Jacob
ISBN: 2738177301
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
L' Homme Fossile de la Chapelle Aux Saints
Author: Marcellin BoulePublisher:
ISBN: 9780404182632
Category : Chapelle-Aux-Saints Cave (France)
Languages : en
Pages : 1
Book Description
Continuity and Discontinuity in the Peopling of Europe
Author: Silvana CondemiPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9400704925
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
Since the Western world first became aware of the existence of Neanderthals, this Pleistocene human has been a regular focus of interest among specialists and also among the general public. In fact, we know far more about Neanderthals than we do about any other extinct human population. Furthermore, over the past 150 years no other palaeospecies has been such a constant source of discussion and fierce debate among palaeoanthropologists and archaeologists. This book presents the status of our knowledge as well as the methods and techniques used to study this extinct population and it suggests perspectives for future research.
A Text-book of European Archaeology
Author: Robert Alexander Stewart MacalisterPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Archaeology
Languages : en
Pages : 646
Book Description
Archaeological Theory in Europe
Author: Ian HodderPublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317596617
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
The 1980s witnessed exciting developments in theoretical writing in Western archaeology. Where previous decades were dominated by the Anglo-American perspective, or "New Archaeology", the recent years showed the European debate grow in confidence and vitality. This book, published in 1991, captures this spirit of debate as contributors from a wide cross-section of countries evaluate the development of the distinctly national and European characteristics of archaeology and assess future directions. Contributors consider an extensive range of ideologies and viewpoints, stressing the fundamentally historical emphasis and social construction of European archaeology. The development of archaeological theory is traced, with specific emphasis on factors which differ from country to country. Ultimately, it argues that the most active response to archaeology is to celebrate theory within a constantly critical mode. A great insight into the development of theory.
Prehistoric Europe
Author: James GeikiePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
Guide to Fossil Man
Author: Michael H. DayPublisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 9780226138893
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
Michael H. Day's Guide to Fossil Man is the standard reference work on hominid remains found at the major palaeolithic sites throughout the world. This fourth edition now includes details of fifteen new sites, as well as new evidence from thirty-four previously known sites featured in earlier editions of the book. Day begins with an introduction to the anatomy of human fossils. He then describes the forty-nine sites in Europe, the Near East, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Oceania that have yielded the most significant information on the development of hominid species and the appearance of early man. Grouped geographically, each site description includes data on the hominid remains, other finds such as tools and animal bones, the local geology and contemporary geomorphology and ecology, and dating and other references. Sites featured for the first time in this edition include Kow Swamp and Mungo in Australia; Dali and Maba in China; and West Turkana in Kenya, which contained the almost complete skeleton of a boy determined to be 1,600,000 years old. Short essays on problems associated with neandertal, australpithecine, and Homo erectus remains are included, as well as a glossary, a geological time scale, charts and comprehensive illustrations. Day's Guide to Fossil Man is invaluable not only for working palaeontologists, palaeolithic archaeologists, and physical anthropologists, but also for anyone interested in human evolution.
L'homme fossile en Europe, son industrie, ses moeurs, ses oeuvres d'art
Author: Henri Le HonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : fr
Pages :
Book Description
L'homme fossile en Europe
Author: Henri Le HonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Europe
Languages : fr
Pages : 386
Book Description
The Human Lineage
Author: Matt CartmillPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0471214914
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 624
Book Description
"This textbook, aimed at advanced undergraduates and postgraduates in paleoanthropology courses, tackles a rather difficult task—that of presenting the substantial body of paleontological, genetic, geological and archaeological evidence regarding human evolution, and the associated scientific history, in a logical and readable way without sacrificing either clarity or detail... the sheer quality of the writing and explanatory synthesis in this book will undoubtedly make it a valuable resource for students for many years." —PaleoAnthropology, 2010 This book focuses on the last ten million years of human history, from the hominoid radiations to the emergence and diversification of modern humanity. It draws upon the fossil record to shed light on the key scientific issues, principles, methods, and history in paleoanthropology. The book proceeds through the fossil record of human evolution by historical stages representing the acquisition of major human features that explain the success and distinctive properties of modern Homo sapiens. Key features: Provides thorough coverage of the fossil record and sites, with data on key variables such as cranial capacity and body size estimates Offers a balanced, critical assessment of the interpretative models explaining pattern in the fossil record Each chapter incorporates a "Blind Alley" box focusing on once prevalent ideas now rejected such as the arboreal theory, seed-eating, single-species hypothesis, and Piltdown man Promotes critical thinking by students while allowing instructors flexibility in structuring their teaching Densely illustrated with informative, well-labelled anatomical drawings and photographs Includes an annotated bibliography for advanced inquiry Written by established leaders in the field, providing depth of expertise on evolutionary theory and anatomy through to functional morphology, this textbook is essential reading for all advanced undergraduate students and beginning graduate students in biological anthropology.
