Trevathan, Wenda
Human Birth: An Evolutionary Perspective
- ISBN 13:
- 9781412815024
- author:
- Trevathan, Wenda
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Transaction Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 286
- Dimensions:
- 152 mm X 229 mm
- Genre:
- Anthropology Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- supplier_id:
- 9
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Human Birth: A New Perspective on Evolutionary Development. The study of human evolution has been told many times, but rarely from the perspective of birth. Wenda R. Trevathan focuses on this crucial aspect of our species' development, revealing how it has shaped our biology and behavior. The evolution of bipedalism led to a narrow birth canal, making childbirth more challenging for humans than for most other mammals. Trevathan's research, based on over 100 documented births, sheds light on the complex interactions between mothers and infants immediately after birth. She argues that modern birth practices often fail to meet the evolved needs of women and infants, and suggests changes that could lead to better birth experiences. This paperback edition includes a new introduction by the author. By exploring the evolution of human birth, Trevathan offers a fresh perspective on our species' development, highlighting the importance of understanding this critical aspect of human biology.
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