PreNeolithic

PreNeolithic refers to the period of human history preceding the Neolithic Revolution. This era encompasses the vast span of human existence from the emergence of the earliest hominins to the development of settled agriculture. It is characterized by hunter-gatherer lifestyles, nomadic or semi-nomadic movements following food sources, and the development of stone tools, fire, and early forms of social organization. Archaeological evidence from the PreNeolithic, also known as the Paleolithic or Stone Age, includes cave paintings, early burial sites, and the remains of ancient tools and shelters. This period witnessed significant cognitive and behavioral developments in humans, including the mastery of fire, the creation of art, and the expansion of human populations across the globe. The PreNeolithic laid the foundation for subsequent human advancements, culminating in the transformative changes of the Neolithic era.