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The human species

by John H. Relethford (1994)

About this book

This general introduction to contemporary physical anthropology presents balanced coverage of the major components of the field: genetics and evolutionary theory, human variation, human evolution, and the biology, behavior, and evolution of primates.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe human species Lead Character

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