Other Archaeological Sites / The Neolithic of the Levant (500 Page Book Online) McDonald Ancient Near East Book Auction Ad Infinitum Ancient BuyukTepe Hoyuk The Early Bronze Age deposit appears to represent the remains of a temporary encampment. The best preserved dwelling had been dug out of the soft bedrock and consisted of three roughly circular depressions - two of which may have been living areas. The third - at a slightly higher level - is a wide platform perhaps used for sleeping or storage purposes. At the opposite end of the dwelling an internal hearth with associated pottery was uncovered. A row of stones found in situ in the front of this probably held down the tent covers ..... The History of the Ancient Near East Electronic Compendium |