Phillipson, David W.
African Archaeology
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521540025
- author:
- Phillipson, David W.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 406
- Dimensions:
- 24.2 x 18.8 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Prehistory
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A comprehensive account of African prehistory from its origins to European colonization is presented in this revised and expanded edition. David Phillipson reviews the archaeology of West, East, Central and Southern Africa, placing Egypt and North Africa within their broader African context. The book explores the relevance of archaeological research to understanding contemporary Africa, highlighting the continent's significant contribution to human cultural heritage. By examining the history and development of various African societies, this work provides a nuanced understanding of the region's complex past.
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