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The bioarchaeology of the human head decapitation, decoration, and deformation

Title
The bioarchaeology of the human head [electronic resource] : decapitation, decoration, and deformation / edited by Michelle Bonogofsky ; foreword by Clark Spencer Larsen.
Publication
Gainesville : University Press of Florida, c2011.

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Additional Authors
Bonogofsky, Michelle.
Description
1 online resource (xix, 323 p.) : ill., maps.
Summary
"Explores the symbolic significance of the human head in cultural, political, economic, and religious ritual across the world"--
Series Statement
Bioarchaeological interpretations of the human past : local, regional, and global perspectives
Uniform Title
Bioarchaeology of the human head (Online)
Subject
  • Head > Abnormalities
  • Head > Social aspects
  • Skull > Artificial deformities
  • Cranial manipulation
  • Beheading
  • Human remains (Archaeology)
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  • Access restricted to authorized users.
LCCN
2011004807
OCLC
ssj0000628079
Title
The bioarchaeology of the human head [electronic resource] : decapitation, decoration, and deformation / edited by Michelle Bonogofsky ; foreword by Clark Spencer Larsen.
Imprint
Gainesville : University Press of Florida, c2011.
Series
Bioarchaeological interpretations of the human past : local, regional, and global perspectives
Access
Access restricted to authorized users.
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Available from home with a valid library card
Available onsite at NYPL
Added Author
Bonogofsky, Michelle.
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