The Aquatic Ape Hypothesis (Condor Independent Voices)
by:
Elaine Morgan (author)
Why do humans differ from other primates? What do those differences tell us about human evolution? Elaine Morgan gives a revolutionary hypothesis that explains our anatomic anomalies--why we walk on two legs, why we are covered in fat, why we can control our rate of breathing? The answers point...
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Why do humans differ from other primates? What do those differences tell us about human evolution? Elaine Morgan gives a revolutionary hypothesis that explains our anatomic anomalies--why we walk on two legs, why we are covered in fat, why we can control our rate of breathing? The answers point to one conclusion: millions of years ago our ancestors were trapped in a semi-aquatic environment. In presenting her case Elaine Morgan forces scientists to question accepted theories of human evolution.
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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9780285635180 (0285635182)
Publish date: September 1st 1999
Publisher: Souvenir Press Ltd
Pages no: 208
Edition language: English
Of all her books that I've read, this one has the best and most updated arguments. You should read it even if you think AAH is bollocks, there's some funny stuff too. She always makes me chuckle :)
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