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9781009670593: Traces of the Distant Human Past: Understanding the Archaeology of Our Origins
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ISBN 10 : 100967059X ISBN 13 : 9781009670593
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 2026

Synopsis

Traces of the Distant Human Past offers a critical examination of early human behavior by challenging traditional narratives and pushing for a more scientific, theoretically informed approach to archaeology. Emphasizing the importance of understanding early humans within their environmental context, the contributors to this volume propose a shift towards theoretical frameworks and ecological perspectives in archaeological research. They highlight the scarcity of well-preserved archaeological sites, making a strong case for high-resolution analyses and the need for new methodologies, including the use of artificial intelligence in taphonomy. By questioning the scientific rigor of current practices and advocating for hypothesis-driven research, this volume not only informs but also inspires a reevaluation of the approaches that can be applied to an interpretation of the evidence for human evolution in the archaeological record. It will be an essential resource for those interested in advancing the field and gaining a deeper understanding of human origins.

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À propos des auteurs

Manuel Dominguez-Rodrigo is is Professor of Archaeology at Rice University and co-director of the Institute of Evolution in Africa, University of Alcala. Co-director of the Olduvai Paleoanthropology and Paleoecology Project (TOPPP), he was awarded the National Research Prize by the Spanish Geographic Society.

Enrique Baquedano is Director of the Archaeological and Paleontological Museum of the Community of Madrid and Co-Director of the Institute of Evolution in Africa, University of Alcala.

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Éditeur
Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition
2026
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
100967059X
ISBN 13 
9781009670593
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
278
Éditeur
Dominguez-Rodrigo Manuel, Baquedano Enrique
Coordonnées du fabricant
Cambridge University Press
https://www.cambridge.org/

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