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Historical Case and Topical Studies
The Karak region of Jordan has a rich and varied history. Men and women have
occupied the area since prehistoric times, i.e. before writing was developed
in the region. Numerous lithics, ceramics, and other artifacts attest to
occupation of the plateau from prehistoric to modern times. From Neolithic
times to the present, villages, towns, and more recently cities also have
existed. Abundant artifacts and architectural remains are still available
for archaeologists and anthropologists to examine in an attempt to
reconstruct what life would have been like for the inhabitants at various
points in the long history of the region. In some cases texts that describe
the actions and beliefs of the early inhabitants of the area also exist. The
various topical and case studies in this "historical" section attempt to give
snapshots or brief glimpses into life in the Karak region from earliest
history to the present. In keeping with the emphasis of the KRP, the studies
here are designed to show how the inhabitants of the region at any particular
time would have lived within the context of the available resources.
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Last Updated on
11/18/2004 08:41 PM
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