50 Great Myths of Human Evolution: Understanding Misconceptions about Our Origins
50 Great Myths of Human Evolution: Understanding Misconceptions about Our Origins
By: John H. Relethford
Wiley | 2016 | English | ePUB | 304 pages | ISBN-10: 1119308038 | 5.2 MB
By: John H. Relethford
Wiley | 2016 | English | ePUB | 304 pages | ISBN-10: 1119308038 | 5.2 MB
- Examines intriguing-yet widely misunderstood-topics, from general ideas about evolution and human origins to the evolution of modern humans and recent trends in the field
- Describes what fossils, archaeology, and genetics can tell us about human origins
- Demonstrates the ways in which science adapts and changes over time to incorporate new evidence and better explanations
- Includes myths such as "Humans lived at the same time as dinosaurs;" "Lucy was so small because she was a child;" "Our ancestors have always made fire;" and "There is a strong relationship between brain size and intelligence"
- Comprised of stand-alone essays that are perfect for casual reading, as well as footnotes and references that allow readers to delve more deeply into topics
ISBN: 9781119308034
Audience: Professional
Number Of Pages: 304
Published: 19th December 2016
Country of Publication: US
Edition Number: 1
Version: Retail
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