Processes of state formation are considered in relation to archaeological and anthropological evidence for spatial continuity and change in relation to the occurrence of rock art, early farming communities and Zimbabwean stone wall enclosures.  Socio-cultural, economic and environmental factors are considered to account for material culture distributions.  The text of a doctoral thesis.  Large format paperback.  204 pages.  Bibliography. Includes four transparent overlays on rear pocket.  Good condition.  Cat No 2493