Sub-Saharan Africa - Antiquities, Africa - Anthropology & Sociology, Sub-Saharan Africa - Archaeology, Prehistoric Antiquities, Ancient Cultures - Archaeology
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Overview
David Phillipson presents an illustrated account of African prehistory, from the origins of humanity through European colonization in this revised and expanded edition of his original work. Phillipson considers Egypt and North Africa in their African context, comprehensively reviewing the archaeology of West, East, Central and Southern Africa. His book demonstrates the relevance of archaeological research to understanding contemporary Africa and stresses the continent's contribution to the cultural heritage of humankind.Synopsis
This book provides the only comprehensive and up-to-date examination of African archaeology.
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"...a work that fulfills its primary role as a college-level text perfectly. In addition, it provides a literate introduction to African prehistory that is accessible to both the educated public and to those scholars in the historical and social sciences who seek a solid grounding in the evolution of African culture without being overwhelmed by the detail of site reports." International Journal of African Historical StudiesBook Details
Published
May 1, 2005
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
404
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780521832366