How Culture Makes Us Human

Primate Social Evolution and the Formation of Human Societies

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Anthropology
Cover of the book How Culture Makes Us Human by Dwight W Read, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Dwight W Read ISBN: 9781315427232
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: May 23, 2016
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Dwight W Read
ISBN: 9781315427232
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: May 23, 2016
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

What separates modern humans from our primate cousins—are we a mere blink in the march of evolution, or does human culture represent the definitive evolutionary turn? Dwight Read explores the dilemma in this engaging, thought-provoking book, taking readers through an evolutionary odyssey from our primate beginnings through the development of culture and social organization. He assesses the two major trends in this field: one that sees us as a logical culmination of primate evolution, arguing that the rudiments of culture exist in primates and even magpies, and another that views the human transition as so radical that the primate model provides no foundation for understanding human dynamics. Expertly synthesizing a wide body of evidence from the anthropological and life sciences in accessible prose, Read’s book will interest a broad readership from experts to undergraduate students and the general public.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

What separates modern humans from our primate cousins—are we a mere blink in the march of evolution, or does human culture represent the definitive evolutionary turn? Dwight Read explores the dilemma in this engaging, thought-provoking book, taking readers through an evolutionary odyssey from our primate beginnings through the development of culture and social organization. He assesses the two major trends in this field: one that sees us as a logical culmination of primate evolution, arguing that the rudiments of culture exist in primates and even magpies, and another that views the human transition as so radical that the primate model provides no foundation for understanding human dynamics. Expertly synthesizing a wide body of evidence from the anthropological and life sciences in accessible prose, Read’s book will interest a broad readership from experts to undergraduate students and the general public.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Speculative Grammar and Stoic Language Theory in Medieval Allegorical Narrative by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book The Origins and Ancient History of Wine by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book China's Poor Regions by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book On the Art of the Theatre by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book The Architecture of Art Museums by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book Complex Words in English by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book Teaching and Evaluating Writing in the Age of Computers and High-Stakes Testing by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book Crisis Counseling and Therapy by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book The Psychology of Teaching and Learning in the Primary School by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book The Human Face of Global Mobility by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book Byzantine Chronicles and the Sixth Century by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book Human-computer Interaction and Management Information Systems: Foundations by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book European Intruders and Changes in Behaviour and Customs in Africa, America and Asia before 1800 by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book Sacred Marriages by Dwight W Read
Cover of the book Aboriginal Child Welfare, Self-Government and the Rights of Indigenous Children by Dwight W Read
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy