Join renowned archaeologist Genevieve von Petzinger on an Indiana Jones-worthy adventure from the open-air rock art sites of northern Portugal to the dark depths of a remote cave in Spain that can only be reached by sliding face-first through the mud.
And then you vanish-and with you, their meanings.
In and around your cave paintings are handprints and dots, x’s and triangles, parallel lines and spirals. But you also belong to a rich culture that creates art. In reality, you live in an open-air tent or a bone hut. Read more about why they chose Genevieve.One of the most significant works on our evolutionary ancestry since Richard Leakey’s paradigm-shattering Origins, The First Signs is the first-ever exploration of the little-known geometric images that accompany most cave art around the world-the first indications of symbolic meaning, intelligence, and language. Join the author herself as she celebrates this monumental achievement right here in our store.Ģ016 National Geographic Emerging Explorer: Genevieve von Petzinger, PhD candidate.Ĭongratulations to Genevieve von Petzinger, PhD candidate on being chosen as one of National Geographic’s Emerging Explorers in 2016. Part scientific exploration, part travel narrative, First Signs reads with an edge of adventure as Von Petzinger reveals the layers of meaning behind symbols accompanying cave art around the world, and how they represent flickers of early language and symbolism. The book, which goes on sale May 31 st, is already being hailed as a breakthrough work in the field. RSVP for this event via Facebook or call (250) 595-4232īolen Books is honoured to welcome local anthropologist and rock art researcher Genevieve Von Petzinger to our store for the launch of her exciting new book, First Signs: Unlocking the Mysteries of the World's Oldest Symbols. How much does it cost? Attendance is free. Books will be available for purchase. First Signs: Unlocking the Mysteries of the World's Oldest Symbols By Genevieve Von Petzinger Book launch + signing
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