Tag Archives: Homo Sapiens

Designing from Bones ~ Cannibalizing Fiction

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to Designing from Bones where we use the realities of the past to unearth the fiction of tomorrow. Today, we begin a three part series on the dainty subject of Cannibalism. The roots of this practice predate written history … Continue reading →

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Designing From Bones – The Land of the Hobbits

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to Designing from Bones, where we use archaeology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Come close friends and follow me through the misty portal to the Indonesian Island of Flores, a wondrous land once … Continue reading →

Posted in Designing from Bones | Tagged archaeology, designing from bones, Ebu Gogo, Florensian, Flores, Gene Lempp, halfling, history, hobbits, Homo Erectus, Homo Floresiensis, Homo Sapiens, Indonesia, Liang Bua Cave, Little Lady of Flores, Orang Pendek, Stegodon, Tolkein, writing prompts, writing tips | 11 Comments

Designing from Bones: Kitchen of Time

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to my weekly series, Designing from Bones, where we use archaeology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Join me today as we explore the history and benefits of an activity we all need and … Continue reading →