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Book Synopsis: National Book Critics Circle Award—2017 Nonfiction Finalist “Nothing less than a tour de force—a heady amalgam of science, history, a little bit of anthropology and plenty of nuanced, captivating storytelling.”—The New York Times Book Review, Editor's Choice
A National Geographic Best Book of 2017
In our unique genomes, every one of us carries the story of our species—births, deaths, disease, war, famine, migration, and a lot of sex. But those stories have always been locked away—until now.
Who are our ancestors? Where did they come from? Geneticists have suddenly become historians, and the hard evidence in our DNA has blown the lid off what we thought we knew.
Acclaimed science writer Adam Rutherford explains exactly how genomics is completely rewriting the human story—from 100,000 years ago to the present.
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Unlock the hidden secrets of your DNA with "A Brief History of Everyone Who Ever Lived: The Human Story Retold Through Our Genes." This award-winning book is a captivating blend of science, history, and anthropology, guaranteed to leave you spellbound. Prepare to embark on a journey through time, as acclaimed science writer Adam Rutherford unravels the mysteries of our genetic makeup.
Discover the stories of our ancestors, their triumphs and tragedies, and how they shaped the world we live in today. No longer confined to dusty history books, our family tree comes alive through the hard evidence stored within our DNA. This groundbreaking research has turned geneticists into historians, revolutionizing our understanding of human evolution.
With a clear and engaging writing style, Rutherford takes you back 100,000 years, unearthing the origins of our species and tracing the path of our ancestors' journey around the globe. From wars and diseases to the joys of love and the hardships of famine, every aspect of human life is explored through the lens of our shared genetic heritage.
Prepare to be amazed as you discover the true extent of what our DNA can reveal about who we are and where we come from. A National Geographic Best Book of 2017, "A Brief History of Everyone Who Ever Lived" is a tour de force that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the intricate tapestry of human history.
Don't miss out on this remarkable book that combines science, history, and captivating storytelling. Uncover the secrets hidden within your own genes and gain a profound understanding of the journey that our species has taken. Get your copy of "A Brief History of Everyone Who Ever Lived: The Human Story Retold Through Our Genes" today!
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