What do we know about the last hunter-gatherers who lived in West Africa? While these prehistoric populations have been extensively studied in Europe and Asia, their presence in this vast region — ...

Lithic Technology, Vol. 40, No. 2 (May 2015), pp. 147-168 (22 pages) This paper explores the basic characteristics affecting the mechanical behavior of non-flint rocks, such as quartz and slate, ...

Archaeologists have discovered a 9,000-year-old workshop, which experts say holds secrets as to how the world’s last hunter-gatherers survived, reported Archaeology Mag, citing the study published in ...

Stone tool manufacture and use are considered key adaptations in human evolution. The understanding of the biomechanical features and anatomical constraints of hominins during stone tool production ...

A practice that dates back to prehistoric ages has been heralded as an annual family friendly event that attendees of all ages can enjoy in Water Creek. Knapping, which is a technique used to shape ...