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The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Human Evolution (Cambridge Reference Book)

The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Human Evolution (Cambridge Reference Book)

The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Human Evolution (Cambridge Reference Book)
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The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Human Evolution (Cambridge Reference Book) Paperback - 1994

by Stephen Jones (Editor); Robert D. Martin (Editor); David R. Pilbeam (Editor)

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This new and refreshing introduction to the human species places modern humans squarely in evolutionary perspective. Over 70 scholars cover a wide range of subjects from genetics to brain function and behavior, placing an emphasis throughout on the biological diversity of modern people and the increasing convergence of the fossil and genetic evidence to human evolution that has emerged in recent years. Photos and illustrations throughout.

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Cambridge University Press. Used - Very Good. Very Good condition. Includes upside-down bound section in the middle. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner’s name, short gifter’s inscription or light stamp. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.
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  • Title The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Human Evolution (Cambridge Reference Book)
  • Author Stephen Jones (Editor); Robert D. Martin (Editor); David R. Pilbeam (Editor)
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition New Ed
  • Condition Used - Very good
  • Pages 524
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, England
  • Publication date 1994-06-30
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index, Maps
  • Bookseller's Inventory # X01A-03773
  • ISBN 9780521467865 / 0521467861
  • Weight 2.65 lbs (1.20 kg)
  • Dimensions 10.9 x 8.3 x 1.2 in (27.69 x 21.08 x 3.05 cm)
  • Category Science
  • Library of Congress subjects Human evolution, Evolution (Biology)
  • Dewey Decimal Code 599.938

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This is a new and refreshing introduction to the human species that places modern humans squarely in evolutionary perspective and treats evolution itself as a continuing genetic process in which every one of us is involved. Over seventy scholars worldwide have collaborated on the Encyclopedia, which is divided into ten main sections. Following a keynote introduction asking simply "What makes us human?", the coverage ranges widely: from genetics, primatology and fossil origins to human biology and ecology, brain function and behavior, and demography and disease. Emphasis is placed throughout on the biological diversity of modern people and the increasing convergence of the fossil and genetic evidence for human evolution that has emerged in recent years. Because of the need to look at humankind in the context of our closest relatives, the Encyclopedia also pays particular attention to the evolution and ecology of the living primates--lemurs, lorises, monkeys and apes. It deals with the evolution and ecology of human society, as reconstructed from archaeological remains, and from studies of indigenous peoples and living primates today. It considers the biology of uniquely human abilities such as language and upright walking, and it reviews the biological future of humankind in the face of challenges greater than those ever before experienced. Boxes highlighting key issues and techniques are provided throughout the text, and there are numerous maps, photographs, diagrams, and ready-reference tables--all the reader needs in a single volume to acquire a comprehensive knowledge of how humankind has developed and how scientists set about investigating the origin of our species.
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