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Book Synopsis: 20,000 BC, the peak of the last ice age—the atmosphere is heavy with dust, deserts, and glaciers span vast regions, and people, if they survive at all, exist in small, mobile groups, facing the threat of extinction. But these people live on the brink of seismic change—10,000 years of climate shifts culminating in abrupt global warming that will usher in a fundamentally changed human world. After the Ice is the story of this momentous period—one in which a seemingly minor alteration in temperature could presage anything from the spread of lush woodland to the coming of apocalyptic floods—and one in which we find the origins of civilization itself.
Drawing on the latest research in archaeology, human genetics, and environmental science, After the Ice takes the reader on a sweeping tour of 15,000 years of human history. Steven Mithen brings this world to life through the eyes of an imaginary modern traveler—John Lubbock, namesake of the great Victorian polymath and author of Prehistoric Times. With Lubbock, readers visit and observe communities and landscapes, experiencing prehistoric life—from aboriginal hunting parties in Tasmania, to the corralling of wild sheep in the central Sahara, to the efforts of the Guila Naquitz people in Oaxaca to combat drought with agricultural innovations.
Part history, part science, part time travel, After the Ice offers an evocative and uniquely compelling portrayal of diverse cultures, lives, and landscapes that laid the foundations of the modern world.
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Discover the captivating story of human history like never before with After the Ice: A Global Human History, 20,000–5000 BC. Explore the peak of the last ice age and the dramatic climate shifts that shaped our world. Uncover the origins of civilization and witness the birth of a fundamentally changed human society. Drawing on cutting-edge research, archaeology, genetics, and environmental science, this book takes you on an immersive journey through 15,000 years of history. Step into the shoes of a modern traveler and experience the diverse cultures, lives, and landscapes that laid the foundations of the modern world.
Embark on a time-travel adventure with John Lubbock, an imaginary modern traveler in After the Ice. Join Lubbock as he observes primitive hunting parties in Tasmania, witnesses the domestication of wild sheep in the central Sahara, and explores the innovative agricultural practices of the Guila Naquitz people in Oaxaca. Through this unique lens, you'll gain a deep understanding of prehistoric life and the profound impact of climate shifts on human society.
Combining history, science, and time-travel, After the Ice offers a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of our roots. Dive into the latest research in archaeology, genetics, and environmental science, and uncover the fascinating links between climate, culture, and civilization. From the spread of lush woodlands to the looming threat of apocalyptic floods, this book brings to life the immense challenges and triumphs faced by our ancestors. Immerse yourself in this evocative portrayal of ancient cultures and landscapes that set the stage for the world we live in today.
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