The Human Past World Prehistory and the Development of Human Societies 5th Edition
Introducing the fifth edition of this renowned introductory survey on world prehistory, which covers an expansive timeline of 3,000,000 years and is crafted by a distinguished team of twenty-four expert authors. This edition undergoes a transformative update, making it more thematic and accessible. Chapters are interconnected through new thematic boxes that address critical issues such as climate change, domestication, migration, social inequality, and urbanism, fostering a comprehensive understanding across global regions.
The text has been streamlined for clarity, and the ebook’s design has seen a complete overhaul, now featuring vibrant full-color pages with over 50% more images compared to its predecessor. Notably, there is enhanced coverage of the Americas, including a brand-new chapter titled “The Origins and Dispersal of the First Americans.” The latest discoveries, such as Homo naledi and new LiDAR surveys of Angkor Wat, have been integrated into the content.
Each chapter introduces a newly designed, user-friendly timeline and includes insightful boxes on key sites, discoveries, controversies, and themes. Additionally, the key methods boxes from the previous edition have been consolidated into the Introduction, providing a foundational overview of archaeological techniques. Tables and maps have also been refined for improved usability.
978-0500774502, 978-0500294208, 9780500296318, 978-0500296318
NOTE: This only includes The Human Past, 5th Edition, in original PDF and it will emailed within 24 hours of payment. No access codes or other media included.
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