Human Biology: An introduction to human evolution, variation, growth, and adaptability (Oxford Science Publications) - Softcover

Harrison, G. A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0198541430 ISBN 13: 9780198541431

Publisher: Oxford University Press, U.S.A., 1988

Synopsis

This unique textbook deals with the nature, origins, development and causes of human variety. Intended especially for use in physical anthropology courses, it concentrates on the biological dynamics of past and present human populations. For the new edition, the text has been rewritten completely, there are two American co-authors, and the scope as a whole is broader. The book will continue to serve as an outstanding reference for anyone interested in human biology.

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'... indispensable textbook' Primate Eye

Synopsis

This is the new edition of a textbook dealing with the nature, origins, development, and causes of human variety, and with the biological organization of past and present human populations. The familiar structure of the previous editions has been slightly modified, and the book is divided into four sections. These cover some of the general principles of evolutionary theory; the history of Primates; the fossil evidence for human evolution; aspects of Primate behaviour; the principles of genetics as applied to population studies; systematic descriptions of human variation; the nature of human growth and factors which determine it; varieties of human physique and other constitutional traits; and the ecology of human populations, considered especially in terms of adaptation processes. Two new authors, Professor D. Pilbeam and Professor P.T. Baker, both in the United States, have contributed the parts on human evolution and human adaptability respectively to this substantially revised and rewritten edition.

Edition details

• Publisher: Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
• Publication date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0198541430
• ISBN 13: 9780198541431
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 584