Prehistoric Mothers, Wives, and Lovers

Authors

  • Weronika Cygan University of Silesia in Katowice
  • Andrzej Boczarowski University of Silesia in Katowice

Keywords:

Neanderthal, paleoanthropology, anthropology, prehistory

Abstract

Nowadays, the stereotype of the Neanderthal man with a face showing no signs of intelligence, more akin to an ape than a human, still persists. His slouched posture bears a strong resemblance to a chimpanzee holding firmly onto a club with one hand. This representation has permeated the culture and the term Neanderthal is still used as an insult for the uncultured and less clever. Thanks to the development of science and modern technology, we are now uncovering an increasingly large amount of secrets kept hidden by our ancestors. We can already create their portraits and attempt to reconstruct their way of life. Particularly interesting is research disproving the stereotypes about prehistoric women.

Published

2023-04-13

How to Cite

Cygan, W., & Boczarowski, A. (2023). Prehistoric Mothers, Wives, and Lovers. No Limits, (1(7), 4–7. Retrieved from https://trrest.vot.pl/ojsus/index.php/no_limits/article/view/15457