Ancient Lives Author: Brian M. Fagan

Product Details: ISBN: 9780205178070 Format: Paperback Pages: 528 Dims (mm): 203 x 254 Pub Date: 23-09-11 Pub Country: United States Condition: NEW

Description: Theory and Methods in Archaeology and Prehistory Written for complete beginners in a narrative style, Ancient Lives is aimed at introductory courses in archaeology and prehistory that cover archaeological methods and theory, as well as world prehistory. The first half of Ancient Lives covers the basic principles, methods, and theoretical approaches of archaeology. The second half is devoted to a summary of the major developments of human prehistory: the origins of humankind and the archaic world, the origins and spread of modern humans, the emergence of food production, and the beginnings of civilization. Learning Goals Upon completing this book, readers should be able to: * Understand the basic principles of archaeology * Summarize the major developments of human prehistory Note: MySearchLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MySearchLab, please visit http://www.MySearchLab.com or you can purchase a valuepack of the text + MySearchLab (VP ISBN-10: 0205887708, VP ISBN-13: 9780205887705).

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