{"product_id":"zatalhziyzk-everhart-clare-9798282109139","title":"Çatalhöyük: The Dawn of Urban Life and Its Enduring Legacy: Unraveling the Secrets of Humanity's First City","description":"\u003cb\u003eÇatalhöyük: The Dawn of Urban Life and Its Enduring Legacy\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Step into the shoes of an ancient explorer as Everhart Clare guides you through the enigmatic streets, or rather, rooftops of Çatalhöyük, the world's first city. This book is a journey through time, unveiling the mysteries of a Neolithic settlement that redefines our understanding of early human civilization.\" Archaeology Today \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eExplore 9,000 years of history and uncover the fascinating story of Çatalhöyük, a city that thrived without streets, hierarchies, or centralized power. With Everhart Clare, an esteemed archaeologist and storyteller, you'll delve into the daily lives, rituals, and innovations of a society that laid the foundations for modern urban living. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA City Unlike Any Other: Go beyond the well-trodden paths of ancient history and discover a unique urban landscape where people navigated rooftops instead of streets. Çatalhöyük offers a glimpse into a world where community and spirituality were woven into the fabric of everyday life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUnveiling Hidden Stories: This book sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of ancient civilizations, focusing on the people who built, lived in, and shaped one of humanity's earliest urban centers. From painted human skeletons to evidence of early brain surgery, each chapter reveals the extraordinary in the ordinary lives of Çatalhöyük's inhabitants. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDecoding Ancient Lives: Packed with detailed archaeological findings, vivid illustrations, and compelling narratives, \"Çatalhöyük: Life in the World's First City\" brings the past to life. Discover how archaeologists piece together the stories of ancient cultures from the artefacts and structures they left behind. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside, You'll Find: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAn in-depth exploration of Çatalhöyük's unique urban planning and social structure.\u003cbr\u003eInsights into the spiritual and ritualistic practices that defined the community.\u003cbr\u003eA fresh perspective on gender roles and societal balance in early civilizations. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJoin Everhart Clare on this captivating journey through Çatalhöyük, and gain a deeper appreciation for the people who paved the way for modern civilization. Perfect for history enthusiasts, armchair archaeologists, and anyone curious about the origins of human society.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Everhart Clare\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798282109139\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/01\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 204\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.62lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.43d","brand":"Everhart Clare","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47637361492223,"sku":"9798282109139","price":14.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_635973c6-f28b-42da-a3aa-82c6aec19aae.jpg?v=1765115704","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/zatalhziyzk-everhart-clare-9798282109139","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}