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The Book of Humans

A Brief History of Culture, Sex, War and the Evolution of Us
By Adam Rutherford
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The Book of Humans by Adam Rutherford explores the evolutionary journey of humans and what sets us apart from other species. Through an engaging and accessible narrative, it examines the aspects of human nature, culture, and the connections we share with the animal kingdom. The book delves into scientific discoveries that illuminate the unique and shared traits of humans and other species, painting a fascinating picture of our place in the natural world.
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The Book of Humans

A thrilling new examination of what sets us apart in the animal kingdom by the popular science broadcaster and author of A BRIEF HISTORY OF EVERYONE WHO EVER LIVED

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The Book of Humans

WHAT MAKES US HUMAN?

Waging war?

Sex for pleasure?

Creating art?

Mastery of fire?

In this thrilling tour of the animal kingdom, Adam Rutherford tells the story of how we became the unique creatures we are today.

Illuminated by the latest scientific discoveries, The Book of Humans is a dazzling compendium of what unequivocally fixes us as animals, and reveals how we are extraordinary among them.

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The Book of Humans by Adam Rutherford is praised for being charming, informative, and thoroughly engaging. Reviewers highlight Rutherford's superb communication skills, as he expertly navigates through the intricacies of history, archaeology, genetics, and anthropology. The book is noted for its concise structure and intriguing observations, offering a captivating exploration of evolution and humanity.

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ISBN: 9781780229089

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 May 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Illustration: B&W integrated x 8

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Dr Adam Rutherford is a scientist, writer and broadcaster. He has written and presented award-winning series and programmes for the BBC, including Radio 4's Inside Science and The Curious Cases of Rutherford & Fry with Dr Hannah Fry. He is the author of Creation, shortlisted for the Wellcome Trust Prize, A Brief History of Everyone Who Ever Lived, The Book of Humans, the Sunday Times bestselling How to Argue With a Racist and the co-author of Rutherford and Fry's Complete Guide to Absolutely Everything (Abridged).

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