{"title":"Elaine Morgan","description":"\u003cp\u003eElaine Morgan was a pioneering thinker and writer whose work challenged established theories and inspired readers to view human evolution from a refreshing perspective. With a background in writing and an unyielding curiosity about human origins, her contributions to evolutionary science are both engaging and enlightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost renowned for her book \u003cem\u003eThe Descent of Woman\u003c\/em\u003e, Morgan argued for the aquatic ape hypothesis, which suggests that some characteristics of human evolution can be traced back to a watery past. Her approachable storytelling and evidence-based arguments provide an eye-opening exploration of our species, sparking curiosity in both science enthusiasts and curious minds alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, you'll find a range of thought-provoking texts that delve into the realms of science and nature, encouraging readers to question conventional narratives and explore new possibilities. Elaine Morgan's works are an invitation to embark on a journey of discovery, driven by a passion for knowledge and a knack for challenging the norm.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-descent-of-woman-by-elaine-morgan-9781788168519","title":"The Descent of Woman","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElaine Morgan argues for the equal role of women in human evolution. This text in feminist history starts with the demolition of the Biblical myth that woman was an afterthought to the creation of man. It is a useful work in Women's Studies and Anthropology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Descent of Woman\u003c\/i\u003e is a pioneering work, the first to argue for the equal role of women in human evolution. On its first publication in 1972, it sparked an international debate and became a rallying-point for feminism, changing the terminology of anthropologists forever. Starting with her demolition of the Biblical myth that woman was an afterthought to the creation of man, Elaine Morgan rewrites human history and evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46553082560748,"sku":"9781788168519","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18214233482824.jpg?v=1750062088"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/elaine-morgan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}