

Thu, Feb 20
|Barcelona
Human Prehistory: Understanding Our Past to Shape Our Future
Deborah Barsky on the Journey of Human Evolution and Its Lessons for a Sustainable Tomorrow
Time & Location
Feb 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Barcelona, C/ de Mallorca, 330, L'Eixample, 08037 Barcelona, Spain
About the event
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Deborah Barsky, renowned anthropologist and author of Human Prehistory: Exploring the Past to Understand the Future. With a career dedicated to studying prehistoric stone tools and human evolution, Barsky brings a unique perspective on how our deep past can illuminate solutions to today’s global challenges.
In her book, published by Cambridge University Press, Barsky makes the complex topic of human evolution accessible to all, using groundbreaking archaeological discoveries to connect humanity's origins with pressing modern issues. From climate change and resource exploitation to racism and the digital revolution, Human Prehistory bridges the gap between the past and present, offering valuable insights for building a more sustainable future.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the fascinating journey of human evolution and discover how our ancient heritage can help us navigate a rapidly changing world.
About the author: Deborah Barsky is a researcher at the Catalan…