Alexander Marshack
Alexander Marshack (April 4, 1918 – December 20, 2004) was an American independent scholar and Paleolithic archaeologist who specialized in the analysis of prehistoric notational systems and the origins of writing. He is best known for his interpretation of the notational markings on the Upper Paleolithic artifacts of Europe as records of the lunar cycle.
Books
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1. The Roots Of Civilization
"The Roots of Civilization" explores the intellectual and technological advancements of early human societies, focusing on the development of counting, recording, and other prehistoric cognitive processes. The book delves into the analysis of ancient artifacts, such as bone and antler carvings, to argue that early humans possessed a sophisticated understanding of complex concepts like time, astronomy, and seasonal cycles much earlier than previously believed. Through detailed examination of these artifacts, the work challenges traditional views on the timeline of human cognitive evolution, suggesting that the roots of modern civilization extend much further back into the Paleolithic era than commonly accepted.
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