The First Americans, Vol. 27 (Classic Reprint): The Pleistocene Colonization of the New World - Softcover

Name: The First Americans, Vol. 27 (Classic Reprint): The Pleistocene Colonization of the New World
Author: Nina G. Jablonski
ISBN: 9781330296134

Nina G. Jablonski

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9781330296134: The First Americans, Vol. 27 (Classic Reprint): The Pleistocene Colonization of the New World

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ISBN 10: 1330296133 ISBN 13: 9781330296134

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Uncover the science behind humanity’s first Americans and how scholars build a clearer picture of the New World.

This volume presents the edited proceedings of The Fourth Wattis Symposium, held in San Francisco in 1999. It gathers expert chapters that draw on geology, archaeology, biology, and linguistics to explore where the first Americans came from, how they traveled, and what they left behind. While rooted in research, the book aims to make the evolving story accessible to a broad audience.

examines routes and timing of the initial peopling of the Americas
surveys geographic and environmental contexts, including Beringia
surveys cranial, dental, and genetic evidence for population relationships
discusses how climate, technology, and language fit into early migrations

Ideal for readers of anthropology, archaeology, and anyone curious about the origins of the first Americans.

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Forgotten Books

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2018

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English

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1330296133

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9781330296134

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Paperback

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355

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The First Americans, Vol. 27: The Pleistocene Colonization of the New World

Nina G. Jablonski

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the enduring mystery of how and when humans first arrived in the Americas. It brings together leading experts in archaeology, paleoecology, and other disciplines to explore the latest evidence and offer fresh perspectives on this long-debated topic. By reconstructing the environmental conditions of Beringia, the land bridge that once connected Asia and North America, the book paints a vivid picture of the challenges and opportunities faced by early migrants. It examines various theories about migration routes, including both overland and coastal journeys, and sheds light on the diverse lifeways of the first Americans. Through meticulous analysis of archaeological and biological data, the book explores the origins and adaptations of these pioneering populations, revealing a complex and dynamic story of human expansion and cultural evolution. Ultimately, it offers a deeper understanding of the profound impact these early arrivals had on the Americas, shaping the continent's history and leaving an enduring legacy for generations to come. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330296134_0

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