Since Darwin dropped his bombshell of evolutionary theory, humans have been fascinated with our development from ape to man. This companion volume to the new four-part A&E series offers intriguing answers to questions about where we are going and what makes us human. 180 illustrations, many in color.
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Surveys our current understanding of human evolution, looks at important discoveries, and discusses the reasons for the development of upright posture, bigger brains, and the use of language.
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Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. First Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 3375121-75
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Seller Inventory # R01J-01369
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: As New. Like New condition. Very Good dust jacket. A near perfect copy that may have very minor cosmetic defects. Seller Inventory # W02A-02742
Seller: R Bookmark, Youngtown, AZ, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Used - Acceptable. Seller Inventory # 267927
Seller: Library House Internet Sales, Grand Rapids, OH, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Explores the story of our evolution, and of the people who have devoted their lives to discovering the truth about our origins. Minimal edgewear. Minimal shelfwear. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Book. Seller Inventory # 123477769
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 3375122-6
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Seller: All About Authors, Englewood, CO, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Macmillan, NY, 1994, very good, very good, hard cover, 8vo, 192 pages. Dust jacket shows a little wear on top and bottom edges, two small tears, boards are burgandy including binding, pages are clean and untorn. Seller Inventory # 007678
Seller: Frank J. Raucci, Bookseller, Wallingford, CT, U.S.A.
Cloth. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. FIRST PRINTING. Book based on the acclaimed four-part television series as seen on A&E. ""Since Darwin dropped his bombshell of evolutionary theory, we humans have been fascinated by our journey of development from Ape to Man. Two huge questions predominate: where did we come from, and what is it that makes us human?" 192 pages. 187 illustrations with most in color. "Based on interviews with leading scientists working all over the world, 'APE MAN' explores the story of our evolution, and of the people who have devoted their lives to discovering the truth about our origins. There have been many species of human-like creatures in the past. Now, all but Homo sapiens are extinct. If we can understand the past, we may be able to understand why we are the way we are today. And perhaps we can find clues to our future." A TRULY REMARKABLE, ENLIGHTENING PUBLICATION! 1/4" closed tear on bottom front of DJ. GFC3. Seller Inventory # 002266
Seller: Virtuous Volumes et al., Wilson, WI, U.S.A.
Hard Cover. Condition: Near Fine. Consultant for Illustrations: Dr. Stephen Gooder (illustrator). 1st Printing. Hard Cover. Near Fine/Near Fine d/j. 1st Printing. Remainder. Large 4to (nearly 12" tall). Black marker line on bottom page edges, lower corner tips slightly rubbed. D/j lightly worn on corner edges. Consultant Scientific Editor: Dr. Robert Foley. Maroon cloth with gold lettering on spine. 192 pages. Remainder. Seller Inventory # 009852
Seller: Hammonds Antiques & Books, St. Louis, MO, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 11.8 X 9.1 X 0.9 inches; 192 pages. Seller Inventory # 123047