This book investigates the fauna of Crete during the Pleistocene and Holocene epochs and the arrival of its first human inhabitants. It examines the unique evolutionary paths of island species and the ecological impact of early human settlement, drawing on paleontological and archaeological evidence to reconstruct the prehistoric environment of Crete.

The book is likely to be regarded as a specialized academic work, appealing to researchers and students in paleontology, archaeology, and island biogeography. Its focus on a specific region and time period suggests a detailed, evidence-based approach. The subject matter points to a dense, specialist text that contributes to understanding early human migration and its environmental consequences.