Zooarchaeology Beyond Human Subsistence
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ancient societies
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human-animal relationships
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- ISBN 9781647692131
- Weight: 454g
- Dimensions: 152 x 229mm
- Publication Date: 29 Sep 2025
- Publisher: University of Utah Press,U.S.
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
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Exploring other facets of past human-animal relationships beyond food
In this dynamic volume, Gillian L. Wong and Amy Milson Klemmer present seven groundbreaking chapters that delve into the diverse ways humans have interacted with animals in the past, as revealed through archaeological research into animal remains. Zooarchaeology beyond Human Subsistence explores a wide range of topics, from the role of animals in trade and prestige to their influence on cultural development and the shared spaces humans and animals occupied. The studies also highlight the importance of community engagement, showcasing collaborations between archaeologists and heritage communities.
Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts in archaeology, anthropology, zoology, biology, ecology, history, and beyond, this book offers a fresh perspective on zooarchaeology, emphasizing human-animal bonds, trade, ritual, and environmental impacts. With Spanish translations for chapters on South America, this volume invites a broader audience to explore the intricate web of human-animal interactions throughout history, offering insights far beyond mere subsistence.
In this dynamic volume, Gillian L. Wong and Amy Milson Klemmer present seven groundbreaking chapters that delve into the diverse ways humans have interacted with animals in the past, as revealed through archaeological research into animal remains. Zooarchaeology beyond Human Subsistence explores a wide range of topics, from the role of animals in trade and prestige to their influence on cultural development and the shared spaces humans and animals occupied. The studies also highlight the importance of community engagement, showcasing collaborations between archaeologists and heritage communities.
Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts in archaeology, anthropology, zoology, biology, ecology, history, and beyond, this book offers a fresh perspective on zooarchaeology, emphasizing human-animal bonds, trade, ritual, and environmental impacts. With Spanish translations for chapters on South America, this volume invites a broader audience to explore the intricate web of human-animal interactions throughout history, offering insights far beyond mere subsistence.
Gillian Wong is an anthropological archaeologist at the University of Texas at El Paso and an affiliated researcher at the University of TÜbingen.
Amy Milson Klemmer is a PhD candidate at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Amy Milson Klemmer is a PhD candidate at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
