Russell, Miles

The Piltdown Man Hoax: Case Closed

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ISBN 13:
9780752487748
author:
Russell, Miles
format:
Paperback
publisher:
The History Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
288
Dimensions:
23 x 15.4 x 1.2 cm
Genre:
History, Cultural History,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£13.42

Description

The Piltdown Man Hoax Case Closed by Miles Russell In 1908, a remarkable discovery was made in Sussex, England, which sent shockwaves through the scientific community. A series of finds appeared to provide conclusive evidence for the existence of the missing link between man and ape, with the basic principles of evolution seemingly confirmed. The news sparked widespread excitement, with headlines proclaiming that "The Earliest Man?" had been discovered. As the discovery gained international attention, it was hailed as one of the most significant archaeological finds of the time. However, 41 years later, in 1953, the truth behind Piltdown Man was finally revealed - it was a hoax. This book tells the story of how this massive scientific deception came to light and exposes 38 other notable cases of fraud in science. A fascinating account of one of the most infamous scientific hoaxes of all time, The Piltdown Man Hoax Case Closed is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of science and the power of deception.

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