African Archaeology

David Phillipson presents an illustrated account of African prehistory, from the origins of humanity through European colonization in this revised and expanded edition of his original work. Phillipson considers Egypt and North Africa in their African context, comprehensively reviewing the archaeology of West, East, Central and Southern Africa. His book demonstrates the relevance of archaeological research to understanding contemporary Africa and stresses the continent's contribution to the cultural heritage of humankind.

Author: David W. Phillipson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 06/06/2005
Pages: 406
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.65lbs
Size: 9.60h x 7.40w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9780521540025

About the Author
Phillipson, David W.: - David W. Phillipson FBA is Professor of African Archaeology and Director of the Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology at the University of Cambridge. He is a Fellow of Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge.

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