People Of The Lake: Man; His Origins, Nature & Future
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Condition: Good. Jacket: in good condition. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Intact. No visible stickers or labels.
A landmark work in the field of paleoanthropology, People of the Lake presents a sweeping account of human origins drawn from the fossil-rich shores of Lake Turkana in northern Kenya. Renowned paleoanthropologist Richard Leakey, alongside science writer Roger Lewin, chronicles the groundbreaking discoveries that reshaped our understanding of where humanity came from and what it means to be human. The authors argue compellingly that cooperation, not aggression, is the defining characteristic at the heart of human nature — a bold counter-narrative to the prevailing killer ape theories of the time. Written with clarity and conviction, the book bridges rigorous scientific inquiry with accessible prose, making complex evolutionary theory engaging for a broad audience. It remains an essential and thought-provoking read for anyone curious about the deep roots of our species and the forces that will shape our future.
Author: Richard Leakey & Roger Lewin
Format: Hardback
Published: 1979, Collins
Genre: Anthropology
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: in good condition. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Intact. No visible stickers or labels.
A landmark work in the field of paleoanthropology, People of the Lake presents a sweeping account of human origins drawn from the fossil-rich shores of Lake Turkana in northern Kenya. Renowned paleoanthropologist Richard Leakey, alongside science writer Roger Lewin, chronicles the groundbreaking discoveries that reshaped our understanding of where humanity came from and what it means to be human. The authors argue compellingly that cooperation, not aggression, is the defining characteristic at the heart of human nature — a bold counter-narrative to the prevailing killer ape theories of the time. Written with clarity and conviction, the book bridges rigorous scientific inquiry with accessible prose, making complex evolutionary theory engaging for a broad audience. It remains an essential and thought-provoking read for anyone curious about the deep roots of our species and the forces that will shape our future.