1903-1972

Known as the First Family of Paleontology, the Leakey family's fascinating archaeological and paleontological finds in Africa stunned the world and reset prevailing notions about human evolution.

A biography of the Leaky family which has dominated the small but fiercely competitive realm of paleoanthropology, and looks at how their powerful personalities shaped the direction of research and influenced scientific debate.

Presents a biography of noted paleoanthropologists Louis and Mary Leakey, and chronicles their research and fieldwork associated with their knowledge of human origin and evolution.

A biography of the Leaky family which has dominated the small but fiercely competitive realm of paleoanthropology, looking at how their powerful personalities have shaped the direction of research and influenced scientific debate.

Highlights the accomplishments of the family of paleoarchaeologists which made important fossil discoveries in Africa.

Discusses the family whose discoveries led to breakthroughs in understanding human origins.

A biography of the anthropologist who made important discoveries in eastern Africa concerning man's origins.