"A concise, illustrated update on our earliest ancestors (Homo erectus, ergaster, the Neanderthals, Denisovans, and other) and what accelerated Homo sapiens' evolution and left us the sole surviving species among many other ancient bipedal "humans""--

In 2001, scientists were finally able to determine the full human genome sequence, and with the discovery began a genomic voyage back in time. Since then, we have sequenced the full genomes of a number of mankind's primate relatives at a remarkable rate. The genomes of the common chimpanzee (2005) and bonobo (2012), orangutan (2011), gorilla (2012), and macaque monkey (2007) have already been identified, and the determination of other primate genomes...

The study of human evolution is advancing rapidly. Newly discovered fossil evidence is adding ever more pieces to the puzzle of our past, whilst revolutionary technological advances in the study of ancient DNA are completely reshaping theories of early human populations and migrations. In this Very Short Introduction, Bernard Wood traces the history of paleoanthropology from its beginnings in the eighteenth century to the very latest fossil finds....

There is a mystery surrounding Darwin: How did this quiet, respectable gentleman, a pillar of his parish, come to embrace one of the most radical ideas in the history of human thought? Darwin risked a great deal in publishing his theory of evolution, so something very powerful--a moral fire--must have propelled him. That moral fire, argue authors Desmond and Moore, was a passionate hatred of slavery. They draw on a wealth of fresh manuscripts, correspondence,...

There's a new drug trending the black market. It not only gives you a high, but gives you superhuman powers. The only thing wrong, is to most people its temporary. But temporary could last quite a while. Bad thing is, it's addicting and deadly. The human body was not made to be enhanced or become Superhuman as they're called. Jade and Nick Boaz, sister and brother are about to have their lives changed. Thomas Nightshade, government agent to the...

"For evolutionary biologists Heather Heying and Bret Weinstein, the cause of many modern woes is clear: the world is out of sync with humans' ancient brains and bodies. The authors cut through the disputes surrounding issues like sex, gender, diet, parenting, sleep, education, and more to outline a science-based worldview that will empower the reader to live a better, wiser life. They distill more than twenty years of research and first-hand accounts...

Spiritual Warrior was written in the midst of a physical and spiritual awakening. Ryan Amann went through a serious and life-changing few months and emerged virtually unscathed. His knowledge of all things spiritual and of the evolution of mankind is based not only on his experiences, but also on his prior knowledge and on the research he has done. It will allow you to: Learn about various beliefs and ideas related to the evolution of the human race...