essay

Hunters, gatherers and first farmers in West Africa

hunters, gatherers and first farmers beyond europe: an archaeological survey • [Leicester] • Published In 1977 • Pages: 69-126

By: Shaw, Thurstan.

Abstract
This overview of West Africa from the end of the Pleistocene to the Neolithic includes descriptions of topography, climate, flora, fauna, stone tools, and subsistence practices.
Subjects
Culture summary
Geography
tradition
West African Late Stone Age
Region
Africa
Sub Region
Western Africa
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Sarah Berry; 2020
Field Date
not applicable
Coverage Date
13,000-2000 BP
Coverage Place
West Africa
Notes
Thurstan Shaw
Includes bibliographical references
LCCN
79307594
LCSH
West African Late Stone Age