After the Ice

This book draws on the latest research in archaeology, cognitive science, palaeontology, geology, and evolutionary sciences to paint a vivid picture of human life during the Mesolithic and Neolithic periods.

Using the fictional character John Lubbock, a time-traveling explorer equipped with modern theoretical tools and archaeological knowledge, Steven Mithen brings to life the daily routines, struggles, and cognitive developments of prehistoric communities.

The narrative spans various regions, including Tasmania, the Sahara, and Oaxaca, highlighting the diverse cultures and landscapes that laid the foundations of the modern world.