Evolution of Humans
Logan Reed
Feb 2025 · LibriHouse · AI-narrated by Madison (from Google)
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How have humans evolved over millions of years from our early ancestors to the modern Homo sapiens? This book reviews the evolutionary history of humans, detailing the fossil discoveries and genetic studies that have uncovered the paths of human evolution. It explores the developments from early hominids like Australopithecus to the emergence of Homo erectus and the spread of Homo sapiens out of Africa. The narrative discusses the physical and cognitive traits that distinguish humans, such as bipedalism, brain size, language, and tool use. By examining the interplay of genetics, archaeology, and anthropology, the book sheds light on the evolutionary pressures and adaptations that have shaped humans into the dominant species on Earth today. The book also considers the future of human evolution in the context of technological and genetic advancements, exploring what it means to be human in an age of rapid scientific progress.
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