Prehistory

Prehistory refers to the period of time before written records. The concept of prehistory is a modern one, and it is used to describe the long period of time before the development of writing systems, which marked the beginning of recorded history. Prehistory is divided into three ages: the Stone Age, the Bronze Age, and the Iron Age.

Stone Age

The Stone Age is the earliest period of prehistory, during which humans used tools and weapons made of stone. This period is further divided into the Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic periods.

Paleolithic

The Paleolithic period, also known as the Old Stone Age, is characterized by the use of simple stone tools. This period is further divided into the Lower, Middle, and Upper Paleolithic.

Mesolithic

The Mesolithic period, also known as the Middle Stone Age, is characterized by the development of more advanced stone tools and the beginnings of settled communities.

Neolithic

The Neolithic period, also known as the New Stone Age, is characterized by the development of agriculture and the establishment of permanent settlements.

Bronze Age

The Bronze Age is characterized by the use of bronze tools and weapons, and the development of early writing systems.

Iron Age

The Iron Age is characterized by the use of iron and steel tools and weapons, and the development of more advanced writing systems.

See also

• History
• Archaeology
• Anthropology

References

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