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The first signs : unlocking the mysteries of the world's oldest symbols / Genevieve von Petzinger

An investigation into the geometric symbols found in Ice Age cave art across Europe. These abstract markings are analysed as the first evidence of graphic communication, offering insights into the evolution of symbolic thought and human intelligence.
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