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The First Civilizations: The Archaeology of Their Origins (Phoenix Press) Paperback – May 1, 2004

by Glyn Daniel (Author)

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An eminent archeologist and prehistorian looks back at the earliest civilizations in Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Indus Valley, and China in the Old World, and Mexico, Yucatan, and Peru in the New. What were the origins of the first urban literate societies that came into being? Did the process of civilization take place only once in human history, or did it occur independently in various parts of the world, furthered at certain periods by contacts among different cultures? The answers to these questions are based in archeology, and this classic study draws on a wealth of evidence to discover the truth.

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Series: Phoenix Press
Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: Phoenix (May 1, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1842125001
ISBN-13: 978-1842125007
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.8 x 8.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.8 ounces
Average Customer Review: 1 customer review
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where and why civilization started

October 19, 2004

Format: Paperback

An interesting short book reviews seven early civilizations and stays on target to answer the question of origins rather than trying to survey each fully. Prehistory is now clear. Originally presented in 1968, the discussion is still of value and interest. (Most new work has not changed interpretation and the new Peru Coastal civilization although not known at the time would only reconfirm warfare was not the cause of civilization building.) Many books on archeology are research reports, surveys of sites, or technical; this book is a clear discussion that reads better and provides a consistent view of origins. There are a few photos of sites and artifacts to compliment the discussion. An enjoyable read of 151 pages, plus notes,photographs and maps.

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