# The Hunters or the Hunted?, Vol. 1

By **C. K. Brain**

- ISBN-13: 9780226070896
- Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
- Format: Hardcover
- Pages: 384
- Published: 1 Oct 1983
- Language: en
- Price: £30.60 (new)
- Categories: Law, Archaeology, History, Social Science, Administrative Law & Regulatory Practice, Africa

## About this book

The Hunters or the Hunted? Volume 1 is a foundational work in paleoanthropology and archaeology. Written by C. K. Brain and published by The University of Chicago Press, this text focuses on the science of taphonomy. It provides a detailed analysis of the Sterkfontein Valley assemblages in Africa, offering a fresh perspective on how fossil and contemporary bones are interpreted.

This social science study examines the complexities of bone accumulations to resolve long-standing controversies in history. By emphasizing the importance of subtle detail during fossil recovery, the author demonstrates how taphonomy serves as a powerful tool for understanding vertebrate fossil sites. The Hunters or the Hunted? Volume 1 establishes a rigorous standard for data collection and analysis within the fields of archaeology and paleoanthropology.

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