Explore how early humans learned to shape their world—from simple stones to the first tools—and how this sparked a rise in invention, culture, and thought.
This nonfiction classic traces the dawn of human making and thinking. It follows the path from crude stone implements to the birth of manufacture, showing how tool use propelled early humans beyond instinct toward skill, plan, and shared progress. The book emphasizes the link between practical invention and the emergence of culture, setting the stage for modern technology.
Readers are invited to consider the long arc of human evolution, focusing on the moments when technology and thought began to intertwine and expand our ancestors’ horizons.
Ideal for readers of science history, evolution, and the origins of human technology.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tackles the timeless question of human origins, exploring the long-held debate between creationism and evolution. The author takes the reader on a journey through the scientific evidence that supports the theory of evolution, particularly as it applies to the development of humankind. The book delves into the fascinating realm of vestigial structures, anatomical remnants that hint at our shared ancestry with other animals, examining how these seemingly useless features reveal crucial clues about our evolutionary past. Further evidence is presented from the fossil record, revealing a rich history of ancient humans and their tools, offering a glimpse into the gradual development of human intelligence and culture over vast stretches of time. The book also explores the physical changes that led humans to walk upright, the evolution of language, and the emergence of complex social structures. This meticulously researched and thought-provoking work provides a compelling perspective on the ongoing evolution of the human species, demonstrating how scientific inquiry sheds light on our past, present, and future. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781451019230_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781451019230
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781451019230
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 258 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.59 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1451019238
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