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

Leiza - Leibniz-zentrum Fur Archaologie

ISBN 10: 3884673793 / ISBN 13: 9783884673799

Published by Leiza Leibniz Zentrum Fur archaolog, 2025

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200 pages. 11.77x8.23x12.05 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Beyond Hunting: The Man the Hunter Research Paradigm and the Evolution of Archaeological Thought
• Publisher: Leiza Leibniz Zentrum Fur archaolog
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3884673793
• ISBN 13: 9783884673799
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 1.87 kilograms

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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.