With a global perspective covering over four million years of history, this accessible volume offers a chronological overview of the evolution of the human race and the journey through which modern societies discovered their ancient past. Starting from prehistory, it includes all major archaeological sites worldwide up to the modern era. A masterful combination of analysis and narrative, Archaeology: The Complete Story also explores questions that arise as we learn more about the history of our species: who are we? Where do we come from? What inspired us to start building, writing, and engaging in all the other activities we consider exclusively human? A concluding section explains how we know what we know: for example, how twenty prehistoric shrines around Stonehenge were discovered using magnetometers, ground-penetrating radar, and 3D laser scanners. Authors from international teams of archaeologists provide a unique insight into the roots of humanity, with rich illustrations throughout the work. Pages: 576, Publication Year: 0901, Dimensions: 17.2x17.2cm