Patrick Vinton Kirch
The Lapita Peoples
- ISBN 13:
- 9781577180364
- author:
- Patrick Vinton Kirch
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Wiley & Sons
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 15.6 x 2.7 x 23 centimetres (0.6
- Genre:
- History, General, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Lapita Peoples: Ancestors of the Oceanic World Patrick Vinton Kirch explores the history and culture of the Lapita peoples, who colonized the Pacific islands over 4,000 years ago. Recent discoveries have shed new light on these enigmatic people, revealing their remarkable achievements in navigation, trade, and cultural development. Through a combination of archaeological research, anthropological analysis, and linguistic insights, Kirch reconstructs the story of the Lapita peoples' origins, migrations, and interactions with other cultures. The book features specially drawn maps and photographs, providing a visual representation of this complex history. This comprehensive account draws on the latest research in archaeology, anthropology, biology, and linguistics to provide a nuanced understanding of the Lapita peoples and their lasting impact on the Pacific region.
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