Articles liés à The Beachy Head Woman: How Ancient DNA Rewrote the...
The Beachy Head Woman: How Ancient DNA Rewrote the Story of Britain’s First Black Briton - Couverture souple
Synopsis
The Beachy Head Woman’s story is one of mystery, discovery, and scientific revelation. Unearthed in 1959 on the chalk cliffs of East Sussex, England, her skeleton remained largely forgotten for decades — until modern archaeology and cutting-edge genetics brought her life into focus. Early interpretations portrayed her as the “first Black Briton,” capturing public imagination and sparking discussions about identity, diversity, and Britain’s hidden history.But when scientists applied advanced ancient DNA analysis, the narrative changed dramatically. The Beachy Head Woman was revealed to be predominantly of local southeastern British ancestry, challenging long-held assumptions and reshaping our understanding of Roman Britain. High-resolution genome sequencing allowed researchers to reconstruct her appearance, diet, health, and lifestyle, offering a vivid glimpse into the life of a young woman who lived over 1,700 years ago.
This book traces the full journey of the Beachy Head Woman — from her discovery and early interpretations to the transformative revelations of modern science. It explores the intersection of archaeology, genetics, and public history, demonstrating how evidence can rewrite myths, deepen our understanding of the past, and illuminate lives that have been silent for centuries.
For anyone interested in history, archaeology, genetics, or the power of science to reshape our understanding of the past, The Beachy Head Woman offers a captivating and thought-provoking journey through time.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Résultats de recherche pour The Beachy Head Woman: How Ancient DNA Rewrote the...
Image d'archives
The Beachy Head Woman (Paperback)
impression à la demandeVendeur : Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, Etats-Unis
Évaluation du vendeur 5 sur 5 étoiles
Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. The Beachy Head Woman's story is one of mystery, discovery, and scientific revelation. Unearthed in 1959 on the chalk cliffs of East Sussex, England, her skeleton remained largely forgotten for decades - until modern archaeology and cutting-edge genetics brought her life into focus. Early interpretations portrayed her as the "first Black Briton," capturing public imagination and sparking discussions about identity, diversity, and Britain's hidden history.But when scientists applied advanced ancient DNA analysis, the narrative changed dramatically. The Beachy Head Woman was revealed to be predominantly of local southeastern British ancestry, challenging long-held assumptions and reshaping our understanding of Roman Britain. High-resolution genome sequencing allowed researchers to reconstruct her appearance, diet, health, and lifestyle, offering a vivid glimpse into the life of a young woman who lived over 1,700 years ago.This book traces the full journey of the Beachy Head Woman - from her discovery and early interpretations to the transformative revelations of modern science. It explores the intersection of archaeology, genetics, and public history, demonstrating how evidence can rewrite myths, deepen our understanding of the past, and illuminate lives that have been silent for centuries.For anyone interested in history, archaeology, genetics, or the power of science to reshape our understanding of the past, The Beachy Head Woman offers a captivating and thought-provoking journey through time. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798279307982
Acheter neuf
EUR 15,90
Livraison gratuite
Expédition nationale : Etats-Unis
Expédition nationale : Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)
Image d'archives
The Beachy Head Woman
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
Évaluation du vendeur 5 sur 5 étoiles
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur L2-9798279307982
Acheter neuf
EUR 15,90
Livraison gratuite
Expédition nationale : Etats-Unis
Expédition nationale : Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Image d'archives
The Beachy Head Woman: How Ancient DNA Rewrote the Story of Britain's First Black Briton
impression à la demandeVendeur : California Books, Miami, FL, Etats-Unis
Évaluation du vendeur 4 sur 5 étoiles
Etat : New. Print on Demand. N° de réf. du vendeur I-9798279307982
Acheter neuf
EUR 16,92
Livraison gratuite
Expédition nationale : Etats-Unis
Expédition nationale : Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Image d'archives
The Beachy Head Woman
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
Évaluation du vendeur 5 sur 5 étoiles
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur L2-9798279307982
Acheter neuf
EUR 15,96
Expédition à EUR 3,85
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Image d'archives
The Beachy Head Woman (Paperback)
impression à la demandeVendeur : CitiRetail, Stevenage, Royaume-Uni
Évaluation du vendeur 5 sur 5 étoiles
Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. The Beachy Head Woman's story is one of mystery, discovery, and scientific revelation. Unearthed in 1959 on the chalk cliffs of East Sussex, England, her skeleton remained largely forgotten for decades - until modern archaeology and cutting-edge genetics brought her life into focus. Early interpretations portrayed her as the "first Black Briton," capturing public imagination and sparking discussions about identity, diversity, and Britain's hidden history.But when scientists applied advanced ancient DNA analysis, the narrative changed dramatically. The Beachy Head Woman was revealed to be predominantly of local southeastern British ancestry, challenging long-held assumptions and reshaping our understanding of Roman Britain. High-resolution genome sequencing allowed researchers to reconstruct her appearance, diet, health, and lifestyle, offering a vivid glimpse into the life of a young woman who lived over 1,700 years ago.This book traces the full journey of the Beachy Head Woman - from her discovery and early interpretations to the transformative revelations of modern science. It explores the intersection of archaeology, genetics, and public history, demonstrating how evidence can rewrite myths, deepen our understanding of the past, and illuminate lives that have been silent for centuries.For anyone interested in history, archaeology, genetics, or the power of science to reshape our understanding of the past, The Beachy Head Woman offers a captivating and thought-provoking journey through time. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798279307982
Acheter neuf
EUR 19,26
Expédition à EUR 43,26
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)