David Reich
Who We Are and How We Got Here
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198821267
- author:
- David Reich
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Unbranded
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 13.1 x 2.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, General, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Ancient DNA has revolutionised our understanding of human history, revealing a complex and interconnected past. This new data, combined with advances in genome mapping, has challenged long-held views and shed light on the origins of modern populations. The genetics of ancient human migrations is a rich and varied story, one that has revealed a world where racial 'purity' is a myth and ancient divides between peoples are not as clear-cut as once thought. The author's team has been at the forefront of these discoveries, and their findings offer a fascinating glimpse into the history of human migration and intermixing. As we continue to uncover the secrets of our DNA, we are forced to confront the complexities of our own ancestry and the ways in which our identities are shaped by our shared history. This book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the human past, and invites us to consider the ways in which our understanding of ourselves and our place in the world is forever changing.