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This article by Gabriel Prieto explores the procurement, processing, and consumption of shellfish and seaweeds in Huanchaco, Peru, emphasizing their significance in both contemporary and ancient Andean societies. It highlights the symbolic and economic roles of these marine resources, while noting the lack of ethnographic studies on coastal communities that hampers archaeological interpretations. The paper aims to provide insights and models that underscore the importance of these under-researched resources
- Author
- Mitra Taj
- Language
- EN