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Fossil Men: The Quest for the Oldest Skeleton and the Origins of Humankind
Rated 4.00 out of 5 based on 9 customer ratings
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SKU: 9780062410290
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Unlock the mysteries of human evolution with “Fossil Men.” Join the scientific quest to uncover “Ardi,” a 4.4 million-year-old human ancestor older than Lucy. Kermit Pattison’s thrilling narrative chronicles the decades-long research, bitter feuds, and groundbreaking discoveries that challenge our understanding of human origins. Explore the world of eccentric scientists, Ethiopian bureaucrats, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge that reshaped the family tree.
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Devesh Singh –
An engaging story about the search for our origins. Pattison does a great job balancing science and narrative.
Sanju Nath Pradeep –
The book was informative and well-written, though some of the details got a bit tedious. Overall, a good read for those interested in human evolution.
Aashish Agnihotri –
An okay book; it got repetitive sometimes. The author described the details well. The book provides so much information in one place.
Esha Deswal –
A compelling narrative that brings the world of fossil hunting to life. It had dry spells, but I still recommend it.
Pratyush Pandey –
This book completely changed how I view human evolution. A bit slow at times, but the payoff is worth it.
Kashvi Chhabra –
I was captivated by the Ardi story! The author’s writing style made it easy to understand complex topics. Highly recommend it.
Somnath Malik –
Fossil Men is a dense but rewarding read. Pattison vividly captures the personalities involved.
Juhi Manohar Mahajan –
Loved the behind-the-scenes look at paleoanthropology! The drama was intense. I enjoyed it but felt it could have been shorter.
Arpit Tiwari –
A fascinating account of the Ardi discovery, though sometimes bogged down in scientific jargon. Still a worthwhile read!