The World Before Us: The New Science Behind Our Human Origins

A riveting investigation into the origins of our species, powered by groundbreaking discoveries and cutting-edge science. Fifty thousand years ago, Homo sapiens shared the planet with Neanderthals, Denisovans, “Hobbits,” and H. luzonensis. Tom Higham reveals what these extinct humans were like, what their DNA can tell us, and how they may have interacted with us before disappearing. Blending thrilling scientific breakthroughs with sharp insight, this book reshapes our understanding of human evolution and the remarkable relatives we once walked beside.

Pages: 320 pages
Dimensions: 6.13 x 1.06 x 9.25 inches