Synopses & Reviews
A highly comprehensive and illustrated account of what makes us what we are: how we evolved, how our bodies work and develop, and how we think and behave, this unbelievable reference examines the qualities all humans share but also highlights the diversity of human society and culture. Profiling more than 250 peoples who inhabit the world and examining fascinating facts - from environmental and health issues to beliefs and customs - Human is the definitive illustrated guide to our species.
Synopsis
In the tradition of Animal and Earth, DK brings you a new definitive visual guide that takes a unique look at what it means to be a human being. This is the first book to cover all aspects of human life, from evolution and biology to society, culture, and the future of our aspects of human life, from evolution and biology to society, culture, and, the future of our species. The book examines the qualities that all humans share and profiles more than 250 peoples who inhabit the world.
About the Author
Acclaimed scientist and host of several BBC's programs, including The Human Body and Superhuman series, Robert Winston is well known for his charisma and pioneering work with test-tube babies.
Don E. Wilson is Senior Scientist at the National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution and the author of over 180 scientic publications.