Physical Anthropology

Physical Anthropology

Author: Peter Neal Peregrine

Publisher: Pearson College Division

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 9780130939791

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The carefully selected works in this collection help readers understand the methods, practices, and experiences of some of the top physical anthropologists working in the field today. Each article reflects the contributors' experiences, insights, and opinions in a lively, semi-autobiographical manner. Conveys not only what contributors found, but how they found it and what the experience was like. Brings the experiences and insights of active scholars to practical research matters. Introduces basic concepts of biological evolution and evolutionary theory. Explores our australopithecine and early human ancestors, and considers how and why humans evolved. Considers both the nature and causes of physical variation among contemporary peoples. For anyone interested in learning more about physical anthropology, its methods, and discoveries.


Contemporary Readings in Physical Anthropology

Contemporary Readings in Physical Anthropology

Author: Alan J. Almquist

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 9780130962690

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A supplement for courses in Anthropology. This special topics reader includes articles from the New York Times, journals, and popular sources. It presents an intriguing introduction to currently debated issues in physical anthropology. The readings have been carefully selected and organized to challenge students with the basic inquiries about these controversial topics.


Classic and Contemporary Readings in Physical Anthropology

Classic and Contemporary Readings in Physical Anthropology

Author: Mary K. Sandford

Publisher: Cengage Learning

Published: 2008-08-22

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780495510147

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This new reader edited by Mark K. Sandford presents classic and contemporary articles on key issues dealing with the nature of science, evolution and heredity, primate behavior, human evolution, and modern human variation. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.


Selected Readings in Anthropology

Selected Readings in Anthropology

Author: Berkeley Dept University of California

Publisher: Palala Press

Published: 2015-09-03

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13: 9781341363504

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