Archaeology - Paul G. Bahn

Epic in scope, yet filled with detail, this illustrated guide takes
readers through the whole of our human past. Spanning the dawn of human
civilization through the present, it provides a tour of every site of
key archaeological importance. From the prehistoric cave paintings of
Lascaux to Tutankhamun's tomb, from the buried city of Pompeii to
China's Terracotta Army, all of the world's most iconic sites and
discoveries are here. So too are the lesser-known yet equally important
finds, such as the recent discoveries of our oldest known human
ancestors and of the world's oldest-known temple, Gbekli Tepe in
Turkey. A masterful combination of succinct analysis and driving
narrative, this book also addresses the questions that inevitably arise
as we gradually learn more about the history of our species. Written by
an international team of archaeological experts and richly illustrated
throughout, Archaeology: The Essential Guide to Our Human Past offers an unparalleled insight into the origins of humankind.