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Karenleigh A. Overmann, "The Material Origin of Numbers: Insights from the Archaeology of the Ancient Near East" (Gorgias Press, 2024)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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Exploring the Archaeological Foundations of Number Conceptualization

This chapter explores the origins of numbers through an archaeological lens, emphasizing the role of material devices in numerical conceptualization. It highlights the cultural variability in counting systems and argues for the significance of tangible tools in understanding the evolution of numerical understanding across societies.

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