"Prehistoric Men" by Robert J. Braidwood is a fascinating and informative read that delves into the lives and habits of our ancient ancestors. Braidwood meticulously examines the archaeological evidence to paint a vivid picture of how prehistoric men lived, hunted, and interacted with their environment.

The author's research is thorough and his writing is engaging, making this book a compelling read for anyone interested in anthropology or early human history. Braidwood skillfully connects the dots between different discoveries and presents a holistic view of prehistoric societies, shedding light on the evolution of human culture and behavior.

One of the standout features of "Prehistoric Men" is Braidwood's ability to make complex scientific concepts accessible to the general reader. This is a book that will leave you with a greater appreciation for the resilience and ingenuity of our ancient ancestors, and a deeper understanding of how their way of life has shaped our own.

Overall, "Prehistoric Men" is a thought-provoking and enlightening exploration of our distant past that will appeal to anyone curious about the origins of humanity. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to expand their knowledge of early human history.

Book Description:
This little book, first published in 1948, is part of the Chicago Natural History Popular History series that explains difficult subjects in ways and terms we all can understand. It was published at a time in Anthropology when exciting things like carbon dating were first being used and refined. "Prehistory means the time before written history began. Actually, more than 99 per cent of man’s story is prehistory. Man is at least half a million years old, but he did not begin to write history until about 5,000 years ago. The men who lived in prehistoric times left us no history books, but they did unintentionally leave a record of their presence and their way of life. This record is studied and interpreted by different kinds of scientists." - Summary by the author and phil chenevert