human evolution

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The singularity is near

when humans transcend biology
2006
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.

Cro-Magnon

how the Ice Age gave birth to the first modern humans
2010
Explores the characteristics of Cro-Magnon society during the last Ice Age, discussing how these earliest human ancestors survived and flourished in ancient Europe. Outlines the many challenges they endured on their path to becoming the dominant species on the planet and discusses how early humans overcame their most potent rivals, the Neanderthals. Includes full-color photographs of ancient cave art.

From Lucy to language

2006
Examines human evolution by considering the central issues of paleoanthropology and its evidence. Covers topics such as ancestors, migration, diversity, anatomy, society, bipedalism, tools, customs, and culture. Includes close-up photographs of evidence of Pre-australopithecines, Austalopithecines, and Homo species.

The beast in you!

activities & questions to explore evolution
1999
Explores the facts and questions of human evolution through hands-on activities, crafts, and experiences.

Primates

lemurs, monkeys, and you
1995
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.

The link

uncovering our earliest ancestor
2009
Details the discovery of a forty-seven-million-year-old Darwinius fossil known as Ida, and discusses what scientists have learned from studying it.

The Leakey family

leaders in the search for human origins
1992
Discusses the family whose discoveries led to breakthroughs in understanding human origins.

The viral storm

the dawn of a new pandemic age
2011
Examines the complex interactions between humans and viruses and discusses the threat from viruses that jump from species to species.

The encyclopedia of evolution

humanity's search for its origins
1990
Presents 600 articles on evolution.

The viral storm

the dawn of a new pandemic age
2012

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