Physical Anthropology : An introduction

By:

Ciochon , Russell L [author.]

Contributor(s):

Ciochon, Russell L [author.]

Material type: Text

TextLanguage: English Publication details: Australia : Wadsworth , 2012 .Description: xxi,604p. illISBN:

9781111350178

Subject(s):

Other classification:

Y7:2 Q0;Q2 TY

Summary: Physical Anthropology: An Introduction, International Edition continues to present the most up-to-date and balanced, comprehensive introduction to the field, combining an engaging writing style and compelling visual content to bring the study of physical anthropology to life for today's students. With a focus on the big picture of human evolution, the text helps students master the basic principles of the subject and arrive at an understanding of the human species and its place in the biological world. This book continues to keep pace with changes in the field by including thorough coverage of cutting-edge advances in molecular biology and genomics, primatology, key fossil discoveries, and modern human biology. A new Conclusion: Why it Matters, drives home the importance of understanding human evolution and the incredible impact our species has had, and will continue to have, on the environment and all life forms on this planet.

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Item type	Current library	Home library	Call number	Status	Barcode
Textbook	Central Science Library	Central Science Library	Y7:2 Q0;Q2 TY (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available	SL1558597

Includes Glossary 543-551p.; Bibliography 552-573p.; Pholt credits 574-576p.

Physical Anthropology: An Introduction, International Edition continues to present the most up-to-date and balanced, comprehensive introduction to the field, combining an engaging writing style and compelling visual content to bring the study of physical anthropology to life for today's students. With a focus on the big picture of human evolution, the text helps students master the basic principles of the subject and arrive at an understanding of the human species and its place in the biological world. This book continues to keep pace with changes in the field by including thorough coverage of cutting-edge advances in molecular biology and genomics, primatology, key fossil discoveries, and modern human biology. A new Conclusion: Why it Matters, drives home the importance of understanding human evolution and the incredible impact our species has had, and will continue to have, on the environment and all life forms on this planet.

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