Beyond Hunting | The 'Man the Hunter' Research Paradigm and the Evolution of Archaeological Thought

Lutz Kindler (u. a.)

ISBN 10: 3884673793 / ISBN 13: 9783884673799

Published by LEIBNIZ-ZENTRUM, 2026

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Beyond Hunting | The 'Man the Hunter' Research Paradigm and the Evolution of Archaeological Thought | Lutz Kindler (u. a.) | Buch | Englisch | 2026 | LEIBNIZ-ZENTRUM | EAN 9783884673799 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: LEIBNIZ-ZENTRUM, Ludwig-Lindenschmit-Forum 1, 55116 Mainz, info[at]rgzm[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Beyond Hunting | The 'Man the Hunter' Research Paradigm and the Evolution of Archaeological Thought
• Publisher: LEIBNIZ-ZENTRUM
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3884673793
• ISBN 13: 9783884673799
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 306W x 217H x 20D millimeters 306 millimeters width by 217 millimeters height by 20 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1145 grams
• Seller catalogs:
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Synopsis

This volume critically examines the evolution and impact of the "Man the Hunter" paradigm in Pleistocene archaeology. Originally proposed in the 1960s, this framework positioned hunting as the primary driver of human evolution, shaping tool development, social structures, and cognitive abilities. While recent findings, such as those at Schoningen (Germany), have reignited debates about early human hunting capabilities, contemporary research emphasizes a more nuanced understanding of prehistoric life, including diverse subsistence strategies and social roles. The volume brings together contributions that explore various aspects of early human behavior, from hunting and butchery practices to fire use and gender roles, highlighting the complex interplay between biological and cultural evolution. This collection offers fresh perspectives on one of archaeology's most enduring theoretical frameworks.