50 Great Myths of Human Evolution
Autor: | John H. Relethford |
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EAN: | 9781119308034 |
eBook Format: | ePUB |
Sprache: | Englisch |
Produktart: | eBook |
Veröffentlichungsdatum: | 19.12.2016 |
Untertitel: | Understanding Misconceptions about Our Origins |
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Schlagworte: | < /p> Homo erectus Homo habilis Homo sapiens Lucy archaeology< biological anthropology bipedalism evolutionary biology fossils genetics human ancestors human origins natural selection neandertals p> physical anthropology |
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50 Great Myths of Human Evolution uses common misconceptions to explore basic theory and research in human evolution and strengthen critical thinking skills for lay readers and students.
- 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