South Africa's Past in Stone and Paint

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title South Africa's Past in Stone and Paint
Authors and Contributors      By (author) M. C. Burkitt
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:216
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140
Category/GenrePrehistoric archaeology
ISBN/Barcode 9781107641334
ClassificationsDewey:968.000901
Audience
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 12 January 2012
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Originally published in 1928, this book provides an introduction to the prehistory of South Africa. It was based on an archaeological tour through South Africa and Southern Rhodesia, undertaken by the author at the invitation of the University of Cape Town. The text contains chapters on a broad variety of cultural phenomena, covering aspects of art and technology, together with the broad interaction between humans and the surrounding environment. A detailed bibliography, index, and numerous illustrative figures are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in prehistory and archaeology.