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Reconstructing Olduvai: The Behavior of Early Humans at David's Site

Reconstructing Olduvai: The Behavior of Early Humans at David's Site

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Reconstructing Olduvai: The Behavior of Early Humans at David's Site is a valuable resource for archaeologists, students, and researchers interested in the evolution of early human behavior. It provides detailed excavations and discoveries at Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania, including the biggest early Pleistocene site in the world, David's Site.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 350 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2024
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc


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Exploring the Behavior of Early Humans at David's Site

In the groundbreaking book "Reconstructing Olduvai: The Behavior of Early Humans at David's Site," archaeologists unlock a wealth of information that will shape the future of our understanding of early human life. Drawing from extensive excavations conducted by the renowned Mary Leakey at Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania, this comprehensive work provides a deep insight into the lifestyles of our ancient ancestors.

Since Leakey's pioneering efforts, ongoing work at Olduvai Gorge has yielded an abundance of new fossils, leading to the discovery of David's Site, the largest early Pleistocene site in the world. This remarkable site offers invaluable resources to students, academics, and researchers alike, who are passionate about exploring the evolution of early human behavior.

Written by the leaders of current excavations at Olduvai Gorge, this book is meticulously organized into three distinct parts. Part I delves into the presentation of the site, offering a comprehensive geological and palaeoecological reconstruction. Part II explores the fascinating aspects of hominin feeding habits, shedding light on how they acquired, processed, and consumed animals at the site. Part III delves into the realm of hominin technologies, reconstructing the stone-tool activities that took place there.

Through meticulous research and detailed analysis, "Reconstructing Olduvai" offers a profound perspective on the lives of early humans, shedding light on their adaptations, social structures, and technological advancements. This essential resource will undoubtedly inspire future generations of archaeologists and scholars to continue unraveling the mysteries of our past.

Weight: 988g
Dimension: 275 x 215 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780443273827

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