Chapter 12 The Genesis of Behaviorally Modern Homo sapiens A Cognitively Advanced Human That Can Reflect Upon Its Existence
This book is a "big history" of the evidence regarding how we came to be. It briefly explores philosophical thought and how our past might affect our future. The text summarizes different perspectives, including the strengths and weaknesses of each. The genesis of our planet is explored...
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