| Abstract: |
The book "Stone Beads of South and Southeast Asia: Archaeology, Ethnography and Global Connections" edited by Alok Kumar Kanungo, presents an extensive study of the archaeological and cultural significance of stone beads across South and Southeast Asia. Based on the proceedings from an interdisciplinary workshop, it explores the production, technology, and social context of stone bead manufacture, while highlighting the beads' role in facilitating global connections. Through comprehensive analyses and scientific methodology, the book underscores the importance of bead studies for understanding the socio-economic structures of ancient communities.
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