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More copies of this ISBNThis title in other editionseBook editionsHuman Natures: Genes, Cultures, and the Human Prospectby Paul R Ehrlich
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Why do we behave the way we do? Biologist Paul Ehrlich suggests that although people share a common genetic code, these genes "do not shout commands at us...at the very most, they whisper suggestions." He argues that human nature is not so much result of genetic coding; rather, it is heavily influenced by cultural conditioning and environmental factors. With personal anecdotes, a well-written narrative, and clear examples, Human Natures is a major work of synthesis and scholarship as well as a valuable primer on genetics and evolution that makes complex scientific concepts accessible to lay readers. Synopsis:With personal anecdotes, a well-written narrative, and clear examples, "Human Natures" is a valuable primer on genetics and evolution that makes complex scientific concepts accessible to lay readers. Illustrations throughout.
About the AuthorPaul R. Ehrlich is the Bing Professor of Population Studies and Professor of Biological Sciences at Stanford University. His books include the bestselling The Population Bomb, and he is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and a recipient of numerous international honors. Ehrlich lives in Stanford, California. Table of ContentsPreface 1. Evolution and Us 2. Tales from the Animal House 3. Our Natures and Theirs 4. Standing Up for Ourselves 5. Bare Bones and a Few Stones 6. Evolving Brains, Evolving Minds 7. From Grooming to Gossip? 8. Blood's a Rover 9. The Dominance of Culture 10. From Seeds to Civilization 11. Gods, Dive-Bombers and Bureaucracy 12. Lessons from Our Natures 13. Evolution and Human Values Notes References Acknowledgments Index
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