World Heritage Site: Lower Valley of the Omo
Publication Year: 2019
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHEA67F5B4DE2
Summary
A comprehensive synthesis of four million years of human history in the Omo-Turkana region, spanning from early hominin evolution to contemporary cultures. The book integrates archaeological, anthropological, and historical evidence to trace the complex interactions between peoples and their environment along the Lower Valley of the Omo River. It highlights significant milestones, including the emergence of early hominins, the development of pastoralist societies, and the cultural diversity of modern communities. The research approach combines interdisciplinary methodologies, drawing on fieldwork, fossil records, and ethnographic studies to reconstruct the region's deep temporal narrative.
Citation
Derbyshire, S. (2019). The river: peoples and histories of the Omo-Turkana area. Azania: Archaeological Research in Africa, 54(2), 273–275. https://doi.org/10.1080/0067270x.2019.1604617
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