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50 Great Myths of Human Evolution Audiobook Summary

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, listeners 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”

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About the Author(s) of 50 Great Myths of Human Evolution

John H. Relethford is the author of 50 Great Myths of Human Evolution

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50 Great Myths of Human Evolution Full Details

Length 14 hours 11 minutes
Author John H. Relethford
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Publisher Ascent Audio
Release date August 01, 2017
ISBN 9781469007397

Subjects

The publisher of the 50 Great Myths of Human Evolution is Ascent Audio. includes the following subjects: Science, Life Sciences, Evolution The BISAC Subject Code is Evolution, Life Sciences, Science

Additional info

The publisher of the 50 Great Myths of Human Evolution is Ascent Audio. The imprint is Ascent Audio. It is supplied by Ascent Audio. The ISBN-13 is 9781469007397.

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This book is only available in the United States.

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