evolution

Describes the physical characteristics of reptiles and traces their evolutionary history from 300 million years ago to the present.

The author describes his research and field work in relation to the evolution of the Australian kangaroo; and recalls his encounters with ancient aboriginal cultures, fossil hunters, and scientists.

"An introduction to small theropods, a group of dinosaurs that walked on two legs and that included the meat-eating dinosaurs, and to prehistoric birds. Features include an original drawing of each dinosaur, fun facts, a glossary, and a list of additional resources"--.

Offers insights into dog intelligence, and new research into the domestication of dogs.

Examines the union of minds and machines which will multiply our creativity. Describes the six epochs of physics and chemistry, biology and DNA, brains, technology, and the merger of human technology with human intelligence. Argues that "singularity is near." Also responds to his critics in several areas.

Presents the primate family, including lower primates such as lemurs and lorises and higher primates such as monkeys and apes, with emphasis on how its members evolved and similarities and differences among them.

Details the discovery of a forty-seven-million-year-old Darwinius fossil known as Ida, and discusses what scientists have learned from studying it.

A developmental psychologist evaluates the ways in which reading and writing have transformed the human brain, in an anecdotal study that reveals the significant changes in evolutionary brain physiology throughout history.

Investigates backboned animals during approximately 500 million years of evolution.