This book systematically presents a use-wear analysis of quartzite stone artifacts from the Chinese Paleolithic archaeological record. It provides raw data and images from experimental and archaeological studies, building a comprehensive reference for international archaeologists to understand lithic reduction technology and utilization of quartzite tools by prehistorical humans, and offers an in-depth interpretation of human adaptative strategies and behavior patterns. In addition, this book shows an example of a theory-driven case study that demonstrates the significance and application of computer science techniques in archaeological research, such as data mining and cluster analysis to establish meaningful connections between material  and remains and behavioral information.

Dr. Hong Chen is a full professor and Vice Dean of the School of Art and Archaeology at Zhejiang University. She obtained her PhD degree in history from Fudan University, while also completing a joint doctoral program at the University of Toronto and the Royal Ontario Museum in Canada. Her research focuses mainly on prehistoric archaeology, including Paleolithic archaeology, archaeological traceology and Mediterranean archaeology. She currently directs a prominent and well-established laboratory dedicated to use-wear and residue analysis on lithic artifacts. Her team has been participating in more than 30 projects at Paleolithic and Neolithic archaeological sites in China, Israel and Cyprus. Dr. Chen has published over 40 academic papers, three monographs and one textbook on prehistoric archaeology. She serves on the editorial board of the journal Archaeological Research in Asia, and is also a member of the Academic Committee of Zhejiang University, as well as the Society of American Archaeology and the European Association of Archaeologists.