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From the author of "The State Of Africa", this is a dramatic account of the exploits of scientists striving to uncover the mysteries of human origins in Africa. Both a scientific and social history, with a cast of eccentric, driven and flawed characters, it's illustrated throughout. Scientists have firmly established Africa as the birthplace of both humankind and modern humans.
Synopsis
From the author of The State of Africa: a dramatic account of the exploits of scientists striving to uncover the mysteries of human origins.
