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Book Synopsis: “A glorious success…The science manages to be as exciting and spellbinding as the juiciest gossip” (San Francisco Chronicle) in the story of the discovery of “Lucy”—the oldest, best-preserved skeleton of any erect-walking human ancestor ever found.
When Donald Johanson found a partial skeleton, approximately 3.5 million years old, in a remote region of Ethiopia in 1974, a headline-making controversy was launched that continues to this day. Bursting with all the suspense and intrigue of a fast-paced adventure novel, here is Johanson’s lively account of the extraordinary discovery of “Lucy.” By expounding the controversial change Lucy makes in our view of human origins, Johanson provides a vivid, behind-the-scenes account of the history of paleoanthropology and the colorful, eccentric characters who were and are a part of it. Never before have the mystery and intricacy of our origins been so clearly and compellingly explained as in this astonishing and dramatic book.
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Unleash the thrilling world of human origins with "Lucy: The Beginnings of Humankind." Dive into the mesmerizing journey of the discovery of Lucy, the oldest and best-preserved skeleton of our erect-walking ancestors. Donald Johanson's gripping account will leave you spellbound, as exciting as the juiciest gossip. The science in this book is a mesmerizing blend of intrigue and suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Join the debate that began in 1974 when Lucy's partial skeleton, dating back 3.5 million years, was unearthed in Ethiopia. This headline-making discovery sparked controversy then and still intrigues us today. Embark on a fast-paced adventure with Johanson as he unravels the mysteries surrounding Lucy, changing our perception of human origins forever. Journey through the colorful history of paleoanthropology and meet the eccentric characters who have shaped it.
Experience the astonishment and drama in this extraordinary book as Johanson masterfully weaves together the intricate puzzle of our origins. Lucy's revelation will challenge your understanding and leave you craving for more. Don't miss this opportunity to delve deep into the evolution of humankind with a mesmerizing read that will captivate your imagination like never before.
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