Prehistoric Man

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ISBN: 9781025922287

A General Outline of Prehistory

Jacques Jean Marie De Morgan

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Ancient history: to c 500 CE; Archaeology; Anthropology

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""Prehistoric Man: A General Outline of Prehistory"" offers a comprehensive examination of the early stages of human development, written by the esteemed archaeologist and geologist Jacques de Morgan. This foundational work traces the evolution of humanity from the earliest lithic industries through the complexities of the Bronze and Iron Ages. De Morgan provides a systematic overview of prehistoric life, detailing the emergence of early tools, the development of artistic expression in cave paintings and carvings, and the gradual shift from nomadic hunting to settled agricultural communities.

The text explores the physical characteristics of early hominids and the environmental challenges they navigated across different continents. By synthesizing archaeological evidence with geological data, the author reconstructs the social structures, religious beliefs, and survival strategies of our ancient ancestors. ""Prehistoric Man: A General Outline of Prehistory"" remains a significant contribution to the field of anthropology, offering readers a clear and organized perspective on the long journey of human progress before the advent of written records. This work serves as an essential resource for those interested in the origins of civilization and the prehistoric roots of modern society.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Jacques Jean Marie De Morgan
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 463g
ISBN: 9781025922287
ISBN 10: 102592228X
Pages: 330
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active