Atlas of World Archaeology

The Atlas of World Archaeology traces the early story of humankind in all parts of the world & demonstrates how archaeologists are constantly adding to our database of knowledge. Written by an international team of experts, the book combines an authoritative yet lively text with a wealth of full-color maps & special features. Readers can follow the story of human evolution through different stages in history, capturing the fascinating transformations made during each time period. Among the book's many highlights are: * The First Peoples, including the earliest hominids--from Homo habilis to the Neanderthals--their tools, shelter, art, & technology, & the global spread of modern humans * The Postglacial Revolutions, including the transition from the Ice Age to emerging civilization, the use of fire & such secondary technology as the wheel & the plow, & the formation of writing systems * The Rise of Civilization, including the agriculture of the Near East, the Bronze Age trade of Western Asia, the Iron Age of Southeast Asia, Predynastic Egypt, the Americas, the Maya, & the Inca Empire.Bahn, Paul G. is the author of 'Atlas of World Archaeology' with ISBN 9780816040513 and ISBN 0816040516.