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The World from Beginnings to 4000 BCE (New Oxford World History),Used
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To be human is to be curious. And one of the things we are most curious about is how we came to be who we arehow we evolved over millions of years to become creatures capable of inquiring into our own evolution.In this lively and readable introduction, renowned anthropologist Ian Tattersall thoroughly examines both fossil and archaeological records to trace human evolution from the earliest beginnings of our zoological family, Hominidae, through the appearance of Homo sapiens to the Agricultural Revolution. He begins with an accessible overview of evolutionary theory and then explores the major turning points in human evolution: the emergence of the genus Homo, the advantages of bipedalism, the birth of the big brain and symbolic thinking, Paleolithic and Neolithic tool making, and finally the enormously consequential shift from huntergatherer to agricultural societies 10,000 years ago. Focusing particularly on the pattern of events and innovations in human biological and cultural evolution, Tattersall offers illuminating commentary on a wide range of topics, including the earliest known artistic expressions, ancient burial rites, the beginnings of language, the likely causes of Neanderthal extinction, the relationship between agriculture and Christianity, and the still unsolved mysteries of human consciousness.Complemented by a wealth of illustrations and written with the grace and accessibility for which Tattersall is widely admire, The World from Beginnings to 4000 BCE invites us to take a closer look at the strange and distant beings who, over the course of millions of years, would become us.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'The World from Beginnings to 4000 BCE'? A: The book explores human evolution from the earliest beginnings of the Hominidae family to the Agricultural Revolution, examining fossil and archaeological records.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Ian Tattersall, a renowned anthropologist known for his expertise in human evolution.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 160 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The World from Beginnings to 4000 BCE' published? A: The book was published on February 1, 2008.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in the book? A: Key topics include the emergence of the genus Homo, bipedalism, the development of symbolic thinking, and early agricultural societies.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in anthropology? A: Yes, the book is written in an accessible manner, making it suitable for those new to anthropology and human evolution.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, the book is complemented by a wealth of illustrations that enhance the reading experience.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in 'New' condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book is categorized under Ancient Civilizations.