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The First Mediterranean Islanders
Nellie Phoca-Cosmetatou
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Description for The First Mediterranean Islanders
Paperback.
The present volume provides a much needed contribution to island archaeology by examining the characteristics of the initial occupation of the Mediterranean islands. It enhances our understanding of the mechanisms, strategies, cultural contingencies and social alliances that enabled the consolidation of a permanent human presence in these settings. Particular attention is given to small islands, which can present increased demands on people to adapt and survive due to their more marginal environments, and on islands where recent research has led to a reassessment of the date and character of initial occupation. ... Read more
The present volume provides a much needed contribution to island archaeology by examining the characteristics of the initial occupation of the Mediterranean islands. It enhances our understanding of the mechanisms, strategies, cultural contingencies and social alliances that enabled the consolidation of a permanent human presence in these settings. Particular attention is given to small islands, which can present increased demands on people to adapt and survive due to their more marginal environments, and on islands where recent research has led to a reassessment of the date and character of initial occupation. ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Oxford University School of Archaeology United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
Number of Pages
176
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781905905201
SKU
V9781905905201
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-24
Reviews for The First Mediterranean Islanders
The book appears, overall, a useful and interesting instrument of reflection on the phenomenon of settlement establishment on the islands, and provides an updated overview based on specific case studies and related theoretical debate. The various chapters provide outstanding clarity in illustrating the archaeological background, the scientific state-of-art, and the theoretical aspects and case studies. Another worthy feature is undoubtedly ... Read more