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  • 50 Great Myths of Human Evolution

  • Understanding Misconceptions About Our Origins
  • Written by: John H. Relethford
  • Narrated by: Steven Menasche
  • Length: 14 hrs and 11 mins

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50 Great Myths of Human Evolution

Written by: John H. Relethford
Narrated by: Steven Menasche
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Publisher's Summary

50 Great Myths of Human Evolution uses common misconceptions to explore basic theory and research in human evolution and strengthen critical thinking skills for lay audiences, listeners, and students.

  • Examines intriguing - yet widely misunderstood - topics, from general ideas about evolution and human origins to the evolution of modern humans and recent trends in the field
  • Describes what fossils, archaeology, and genetics can tell us about human origins
  • Demonstrates the ways in which science adapts and changes over time to incorporate new evidence and better explanations

Includes myths such as: "Humans lived at the same time as dinosaurs"; "Lucy was so small because she was a child"; "Our ancestors have always made fire"; and "There is a strong relationship between brain size and intelligence."

©2017 John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (P)2017 Gildan Media LLC

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