human evolution

Discusses the evolution of prehistoric ape-like creatures into human beings, theorizing that the key to this transformation was the ability to share and cooperate in a social context.

An introduction to biology, focusing on inheritance and evolution, and noting distinguished scientists in the field.

Discusses the long period of human history known as the Stone Age during which humans evolved into beings capable of inventing and using increasingly sophisticated tools and creating complex social groupings.

Chronicles the conflict between religious and scientific views of life over more than three thousand years, exploring the cultural, religious, and scientific events that shaped the debate over evolution and creationism.

Reveals how developments in the cutting-edge science of population genetics have made it possible to link every human on earth back to one man who lived in Africa more than six thousand years ago.

Traces past and present theories of human origins and development.

Examines the history of life on Earth and traces the course of human evolution.

Traces the development of man, from early prehistoric ancestors to the modern tool-user who walks upright.

Two museum mice presents an illustrated science book about human origins and evolution and the development of language, music, art, and the use of tools.

Examines the history, traditions, daily life, and culture of the Stone Age, and includes fifteen projects based on the text, as well as fact boxes, photographs, illustrations, a historical map, and a pictorial timeline.