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Processes in Human Evolution: The Journey from Early Hominins to Neanderthals and Modern Humans

Francisco J. Ayala

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The discoveries of the last decade have brought about a completely revised understanding of human evolution due to the recent advances in genetics, palaeontology, ecology, archaeology, geography, and climate science. Written by two leading authorities in the fields of physical anthropology and
molecular evolution, Processes in Human Evolution presents a reconsidered overview of hominid evolution, synthesising data and approaches from a range of inter-disciplinary fields. The authors pay particular attention to population migrations - since these are crucial in understanding the origin and
dispersion of the different genera and species in each continent - and to the emergence of the lithic cultures and their impact on the evolution of cognitive capacities.

Processes in Human Evolution is intended as a primary textbook for university courses on human evolution, and may also be used as supplementary reading in advanced undergraduate and graduate courses. It is also suitable for a more general audience seeking a readable but up-to-date and inclusive
treatment of human origins and evolution.

Pages: 560

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Release: May 16, 2017

ISBN: 0198739915

ISBN 13: 9780198739913

Processes in Human Evolution: The Journey from Early Hominins to Neanderthals and Modern Humans

Francisco J. Ayala

4.4/5 ( ratings)

The discoveries of the last decade have brought about a completely revised understanding of human evolution due to the recent advances in genetics, palaeontology, ecology, archaeology, geography, and climate science. Written by two leading authorities in the fields of physical anthropology and
molecular evolution, Processes in Human Evolution presents a reconsidered overview of hominid evolution, synthesising data and approaches from a range of inter-disciplinary fields. The authors pay particular attention to population migrations - since these are crucial in understanding the origin and
dispersion of the different genera and species in each continent - and to the emergence of the lithic cultures and their impact on the evolution of cognitive capacities.

Processes in Human Evolution is intended as a primary textbook for university courses on human evolution, and may also be used as supplementary reading in advanced undergraduate and graduate courses. It is also suitable for a more general audience seeking a readable but up-to-date and inclusive
treatment of human origins and evolution.

Pages: 560

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Release: May 16, 2017

ISBN: 0198739915

ISBN 13: 9780198739913

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