Understanding Middle Palaeolithic Asymmetric Stone Tool Design and Use Functional Analysis and Controlled Experiments to Assess Neanderthal Technology |
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| Author:
| Schunk, Lisa |
| Series title: | Romisch Germanisches Zentralmuseum / Monographien des Romisch-Germanischen Zentralmuseums Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-3-88467-350-8 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2022 |
| Publisher: | Romisch-Germanisches Zentralmuseum
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $190.00 |
Book Description:
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In the Late Middle Palaeolithic, the variability of Neanderthals' lithic technologies in Central and Eastern Europe was complemented by a specific asymmetric tool type - the so called Keilmesser. Due to their morphological characteristics and interpretation as tools in purported long-term use, Keilmesser provide a unique archive for tracing late Neanderthal behavioural features. These may range from understanding tool design, production and dedication, to tool function, use and...
More DescriptionIn the Late Middle Palaeolithic, the variability of Neanderthals' lithic technologies in Central and Eastern Europe was complemented by a specific asymmetric tool type - the so called Keilmesser. Due to their morphological characteristics and interpretation as tools in purported long-term use, Keilmesser provide a unique archive for tracing late Neanderthal behavioural features. These may range from understanding tool design, production and dedication, to tool function, use and maintenance; along with aspects of technical innovations and transmission of skills and knowledge.