This landmark volume is the only work available in English to examine the rich prehistory of the Taymyr Peninsula, the northernmost portion of Siberia at 78 north latitude. Extending into the Arctic Ocean, tundra-covered Taymyr has been home to humans for at least 6000 years. Russian archaeologist Leonid P. Khlobystin worked in Taymyr for two decades. In this volume, he explores archaeological sites, lithic technology, and ceramic styles, developing the first cultural chronology of the region and outlining how humans adapted to this challenging environment. Major chapters are devoted to the Bronze and Iron ages and include detailed discussions of the origins of metallurgy and cultural connections.