Human Mobility and Technological Transfer in the Prehistoric Mediterranean

This book explores the diverse forms of regional connectivity in the ancient world, from the later Neolithic to the Levantine Iron Age, and discusses the key issues of regional interaction and technological diversity facing archaeologists. It will be of interest to Mediterranean archaeologists, historians, and anthropologists.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 296 pages
\n Publication date: 08 April 2021
\n Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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The intricate tapestry of regional connections in the ancient world has recently emerged as a captivating subject of study for those delving into the profound origins of globalization. This remarkable volume stands as a substantial contribution to this emerging trend, as it intricately explores a diverse array of connections within the later prehistory of the Mediterranean region, spanning from the later Neolithic era of northern Greece to the Levantine Iron Age. Moreover, the volume embraces a wide range of material expressions, encompassing pottery, metal, stone, and glass, thus providing a comprehensive examination of the multifaceted nature of these interactions. By incorporating theoretical overviews from esteemed scholars in prehistoric mobility and insightful commentaries from renowned experts in neighboring fields, this volume seamlessly integrates detailed case studies within a comparative framework. The outcome is a thorough exploration of numerous critical themes related to regional interaction and technological diversity, presenting a comprehensive treatment that resonates with archaeologists engaged in diverse geographical locations and historical periods. As this book uncovers pivotal case studies of human and technological mobility across the eastern Mediterranean in later prehistory, it holds particular appeal to Mediterranean archaeologists, as well as historians and anthropologists.

\n Weight: 504g\n
Dimension: 169 x 238 x 21 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781316509043\n \n