Archaeology, Anthropology and Cult - The Sanctuary at Gilat,Israel (Paperback)

The Chalcolithic period was formative in Near Eastern prehistory, being a time of fundamental social change in craft specialization, horticulture and temple life. Gilat - a low mound, semi-communal farming settlement in the Negev desert - is one of the few Chalcolithic sanctuary sites in the Southern Levant. 'Archaeology, Anthropology and Cult' presents a critical analysis of the archaeological data from Gilat. The book brings together archaeological finds and anthropological theory to examine the role of religion in the evolution of society and the power of ritual in promoting change. This comprehensive volume, which includes artefact drawings, photographs, maps and data tables, will be of interest to students and scholars of ancient history, anthropology, archaeology, as well as biblical and religious studies.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	March 2016
First published:	2006
Authors:	Thomas Evan Levy
Dimensions:	246 x 189 x 44mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	886
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-66385-5
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Archaeology > Archaeology by period / region > General Promotions
LSN:	1-138-66385-9
Barcode:	9781138663855

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