Vulcan Skilled Village Craftsman of Ban Chiang, Thailand

The history of the Ban Chiang project and the story of this collaborative archaeological excavation, one of the first in Southeast Asia, are vital to understanding the site, each of the individuals buried there, and their contributions to the prehistory of the region. The osteobiography of Vulcan do...

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Published inThe Bioarchaeology of Individuals p. 177
Main Authors Michele Toomay Douglas, Michael Pietrusewsky
Format Book Chapter
LanguageEnglish
Published University Press of Florida 22.04.2012
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Summary:The history of the Ban Chiang project and the story of this collaborative archaeological excavation, one of the first in Southeast Asia, are vital to understanding the site, each of the individuals buried there, and their contributions to the prehistory of the region. The osteobiography of Vulcan documents a talented member of an ancient society and reflects a culture in transition. The predominant issues in archaeological research in Southeast Asia include the historical and biological relationships of the inhabitants, origins of intensified wet-rice agriculture, and origins of complex societies. All of these issues center around two models—the agricultural expansion
ISBN:9780813038070
0813038073
DOI:10.2307/j.ctvx06zht.17