Human Beginnings in South Africa: Uncovering the Secrets of the Stone Age

By H. J. Deacon and H.J. Deacon

In this readable, contemporary account, two of Africa's leading archaeologists present what we have learned about the development of human species in Southern Africa in 150 years of research. Generously illustrated with over 100 photos, drawings, and maps, the Deacons describe our primate ancestors, outline the process of emergence of the modern human species, and follow its development through Khoisan prehistory to the point of European contact. An ideal resource for professionals, text for university students, and reader for avocational archaeology.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761990860
• ISBN13: 9780761990864
• Release Date: April 1999
• Publisher: Altamira Press
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.4" x 0.6" x 7.0"

Customer Reviews

Thanks to the Deacons!

This is a brillant book, writen in a way that captivates anyones attentions towards the subject of the Stone Age in Southern Africa. An essential to your collection.

Ideal for students and the non-specialist general reader.

Archaeology has conclusively documented through the discovery of fossil remains of early humans that Africa is the cradle of homosapiens. Human Beginnings In South Africa: Uncovering The Secrets Of The Stone Age surveys 150 years of archaeological research that depicts the progress of paleolithic and neolithic humans, piecing together the evidence showing that the roots of South African society stretch back into the very beginnings of the stone age. Highly recommended for students of archaeology as well as non-specialist general readers with an interest in human origins, Human Beginnings In South Africa presents an up-to-date text that is enhanced with black and white photography, maps and diagrams.