Providing a much-needed check on mythopoeic archaeological inference, but also on occasion commenting on the important discoveries of the day. Every effort is made to keep the invective to a dull roar. Best plug your ears!
Wednesday, 19 October 2011
Archaeological Aphorism #1
To say that the Middle Palaeolithic inhabitants of Qesem Cave were engaged in 'systematic blade production' is akin to calling a kid playing with Lincoln Logs (or TinkerToys or Meccano) an architect.
I don't know what Lincoln Logs are.
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