Patterns in prehistory
Robert J. Wenke
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Patterns in prehistory
Published
1990
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pages
614
ISBN-10
0195068483
Description
Patterns in Prehistory takes an in-depth look at humankind's first three million years. From the origins of early hominids several million years ago to the evolution of the first great states and civilizations, this comprehensive survey of world prehistory also confronts important philosophical issues about the study of the past. The author reflects on the archaeological methods and theories of the 1960s and 70s while reviewing the methodological revisions of the 80s and 90s, relating the archaeological data from hundreds of sites to the great questions of prehistorical change. He focuses on the four great transformations in the history of our genus: the evolution of "culture" itself; the first appearance of "us," Homo Sapiens; the evolution of agriculture; and the first appearances of cultural and social "complexity" in the form of the great civilizations of antiquity. Thoroughly revised and updated, this fourth edition incorporates the most recent archaeological discoveries and addresses the insights and limitations of the new wave of "post-processual" or "cognitive" archaeology.
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How many pages are in Patterns in prehistory?
This edition of Patterns in prehistory has approximately 614 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Patterns in prehistory?
For most readers, Patterns in prehistory typically takes between 12h 48m and 8h 32m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 153,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 10h 14m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 21 days • Estimated word count: 153,500 words
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What is the word count of Patterns in prehistory?
The estimated word count for Patterns in prehistory is approximately 153,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Patterns in prehistory?
Patterns in prehistory was written by Robert J. Wenke.
When was Patterns in prehistory published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1990. The original work may have been published on a different date.