Human Evolution: An Illustrated Introduction - Softcover

Lewin, Roger

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0716716364 ISBN 13: 9780716716365

Publisher: W H Freeman & Co, 1984

Synopsis

As in earlier editions of this very popular textbook, the author takes a view of human evolutionary history in the context of behavioural ecology. The fourth edition includes coverage of the most recent fossil discoveries, including three new species of early humans.

About this title

Book Description:

Human Evolution is a best-selling book ideal for anyone hoping to learn more about the field. The book places human evolution in the context of humans as animals, while also showing the physical context of human evolution, including climate change and the impact of extinctions. Chapter introductions, numerous drawings and photographs, and an essential glossary all add to the accessibility of this text. The fifth edition has been thoroughly updated to include coverage of the latest discoveries and perspectives, including new early hominin fossils from Africa and Georgia and their implications, new archaeological evidence from Africa on the origin of modern humans, updated coverage of prehistoric art, and new perspectives on molecular evidence and their implications for human population history.

About the Author:

Roger Lewin is an Associate of the Peabody Museum at Harvard University. He is the author of several books on human-origin research, three of which he co-authored with world-famous anthropologist Richard Leakey, as well as the author of the prize-winning Bones of Contention.

About this edition

• Publisher: W H Freeman & Co
• Publication date: 1984
• ISBN 10: 0716716364
• ISBN 13: 9780716716365
• Binding: Paperback