Book Description:
Explore the latest in human evolution and physical anthropology in the 12th edition of Susan Herring’s seminal work. This updated textbook covers primatology, human variation, bioarchaeology, and delves into key discussions on race, gender, and environmental impacts. Perfect for new students.
Physical Anthropology, 12th Edition
Author: Susan Herring
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 978-1259920400
Physical Anthropology, 12th Edition provides a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the field of physical anthropology for students who are new to the subject. This textbook extensively covers the four primary subfields: primatology, human variation, human evolution, and bioarchaeology. It adeptly highlights the interconnections among these areas.
The latest edition integrates recent groundbreaking discoveries in human evolution, including remarkable findings from Denisova Cave. It has also been updated to include more current discussions on critical topics such as race, gender, and environmental impacts, underlining their increased relevance in today’s discourse.