Dawn Of Civilization Book Vintage 1962 Stuart Piggott Thames Hudson DJ 35x26cm
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A landmark vintage archaeological reference volume: The Dawn of Civilization: The First World Survey of Human Cultures in Early Times, edited by Professor Stuart Piggott and published by Thames and Hudson.
This comprehensive work brings together 14 leading mid-century scholars—including Sir Mortimer Wheeler, M.E.L. Mallowan, and Grahame Clark—to chronicle the emergence of early human societies across the globe. Richly illustrated throughout with 940 illustrations, including 172 full-colour plates, 110 original reconstructions, and 48 maps.
Provenance Note: Features a vintage handwritten ink ownership signature on the flyleaf ("C. D. Darlington, March 1981").
Specifications & Measurements:
Publisher: Thames and Hudson, London (Second Impression, July 1962)
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Height: 35 cm
Width: 26.5 cm
Thickness: 5 cm
Weight: 900 g
Condition Report:
Good Vintage Condition.
Dust Jacket: Worn along edges with tears and vintage tape repairs at top corners.
Boards & Binding: Red cloth hardcover underneath is clean, bright, and solid with strong gilt spine lettering.
Interior: Page block is tight, clean, and complete throughout.
Dawn Of Civilization Book Vintage 1962 Stuart Piggott Thames Hudson DJ 35x26cm
£15.99
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This comprehensive work brings together 14 leading mid-century scholars—including Sir Mortimer Wheeler, M.E.L. Mallowan, and Grahame Clark—to chronicle the emergence of early human societies across the globe. Richly illustrated throughout with 940 illustrations, including 172 full-colour plates, 110 original reconstructions, and 48 maps.
Provenance Note: Features a vintage handwritten ink ownership signature on the flyleaf ("C. D. Darlington, March 1981").
Specifications & Measurements:
Publisher: Thames and Hudson, London (Second Impression, July 1962)
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Height: 35 cm
Width: 26.5 cm
Thickness: 5 cm
Weight: 900 g
Condition Report:
Good Vintage Condition.
Dust Jacket: Worn along edges with tears and vintage tape repairs at top corners.
Boards & Binding: Red cloth hardcover underneath is clean, bright, and solid with strong gilt spine lettering.
Interior: Page block is tight, clean, and complete throughout.