A landmark introduction to the archaeology of Africa that challenges misconceptions & claims about Africa's past and teaches students how to evaluate these claims.

• Provides an unprecedented and exciting introduction to the archaeology of Africa
• Challenges misconceptions & claims about Africa's past and teaches students how to evaluate these claims
• Includes a thoughtful introduction that explores the contexts that have shaped archaeological knowledge of Africa's past
• Lays out research questions that have shaped the contours of African archaeology
• Comprised of chapters specifically written for this volume by prominent archaeologists with regional and topical expertise