Not only is von Petzinger studying something that has rarely received focused attention but she can also do what few non-fiction writers are able to do: she can weave a compelling narrative that delivers her facts clearly and engagingly. This research and the 32 signs that appear most frequently in Ice Age cave art are the focus of her book First Signs. Genevieve von Petzinger is a Canadian author and paleoanthropologist who is currently the only researcher in the world focusing on the abstract signs that can be found at almost 400 sites across Europe. It is a fascinating book for those interested in prehistoric cave art and the development of writing. She argues that these abilities developed much earlier than many currently believe. Von Petizinger explores the development of the human intellect, explaining how we evolved to develop the complex symbology and artistry we needed to create the now-famous paintings. The First Signs: Unlocking the Mysteries of the World's Oldest SymbolsÄespite what the title suggests, this book is about more than just the non-animal symbols found in Paleolithic cave paintings.
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