Evolution History

After receiving a doctorate in medicine, Le Bon travelled in Europe, North Africa, and Asia and wrote several books on anthropology and archaeology. His interests later shifted to natural science and social psychology. Gustave Le Bon is best known for his seminal work „Crowd Psychology“ where he describes the psychological effects in various group settings. In „Psychology of Peoples“ written in 1894 he utilizes his anthropological knowledge and cross-references it with social psychology.

Phase III of DNA Consultants' Cherokee DNA Studies adds more than 50 new participants to what has become a classic project. They'd all been told there was no way they could be Indian given their DNA haplotype or mother's direct line.

This delightful and insightful series of essays on the practice of science was written by one of the great minds of the 19th century, Thomas Henry Huxley, a great friend and defender of Charles Darwin and his theory of evolution by natural selection. It includes Huxley's autobiography and essays covering improving natural knowledge; a liberal education; on a piece of chalk; the principle subjects of education; the method of scientific investigation.

A place of exceptional diversity, rapid change and high energy, for the past 100 million years Europe has literally been at the crossroads of the world. By virtue of its geology and geography, evolution in Europe proceeds faster than elsewhere. The continent has absorbed wave after wave of immigrant species over the millennia, taking them in, transforming them and sometimes hybridising them. Flannery's exploration of the nature of Europe reveals a compelling intellectual drama, with a cast of heroic researchers whose discoveries have changed our understanding of life itself.

Hop on, strap in, and let's ride through the thrilling, captivating, and transformative story of a two-wheeled invention that revolutionized human history! "Pedal Through Time" is an exhilarating journey through the captivating origins, impressive milestones, cultural impacts, technological innovations, and the promising future of bicycling. From its humble inception as the hobby horse to the sleek, sophisticated machines that grace our streets today, this enthralling eBook takes you on an unforgettable adventure through the history of the bicycle. Explore the fascinating details of various...

Few sporting records capture the imagination quite like that of the highest individual score in Test cricket. It is the blue riband record of batting achievement, the ultimate statement of stamina and skill. From Charles Bannerman, who scored 165 for Australia against England in the inaugural Test match in 1877, to Brian Lara, who made 400 not out for West Indies against England in 2004, the record has changed hands 10 times.

Desde que la mente humana desarrolló la capacidad de pensamiento, las personas han considerado no solo el significado de la vida, sino la génesis del mundo, el universo y todas las maravillas naturales y formas de vida preciosas dentro de él. Hasta el día de hoy, todos estos temas intrincados continúan siendo asuntos muy discutidos, a menudo mejor encapsulados en el debate entre el creacionismo y la evolución.

The current controversy over teaching evolution in the public schools has grabbed front-page headlines and topped news broadcasts all across the United States. In the Beginning investigates the movement that has ignited debate in state legislatures and at school board meetings. Reaching back to the origins of antievolutionism in the 1920s, and continuing to the promotion of intelligent design today, Michael Lienesch skillfully analyzes one of the most formidable political movements of the 20th century.

Unnatural Selection is the first book to examine the rise of the "technocentric being" - or geek - who personifies a distinct new phase in human evolution. People considered geeks often have behavioral or genetic traits that were previously considered detrimental. But the new environment of the Anthropocene period - the Age of Man - has created a kind of digital greenhouse that actually favors their traits, enabling many non-neurotypical people to bloom.

Horses of The Aga khan Dynasty is an exploration of the history, tradition, and legacy of the Aga Khan family. Mapping their history from Aga Khan I to the current Aga Khan IV and his eldest child, Princess Zahra, we discover not only insights about equestrian sports, horse breeding, and rearing, but learn why a family has been able to consistently produce excellent horses. This book is not simply about horse racing and its tradition, but it is a look into how thorough understanding has both revolutionized and evolved a simple sport into a careful study.

The field of biotechnology has evolved over the past four decades, developing medicines which are curing diseases. But this journey of success has been tough and arduous, built upon the shoulders of major failures.

In this ambitious book, Jieun Kiaer explores the lives of English words in the twenty-first century, when the creation and use of language has become an increasingly dynamic, interactive, and diverse process in which ordinary people have taken leading roles—offering such coinages as "flexitarian," "MeToo," "glow up," and "shitizen" to "No sabo kids" and beyond. As English language grows ever more diverse, Kiaer believes, we need a paradigm shift.

Throughout history, people have sought to reduce suffering, eliminate disease and enhance desirable qualities in their children. In the Victorian era eugenics, a full-blooded attempt to impose control over unruly biology, began to grow among the powerful and quickly spread to dozens of countries around the world. But these ideas are not merely historical: today, with new gene editing techniques, conversations are happening about tinkering with the DNA of our unborn children to make them smarter, fitter, stronger.

Whether you're already a trivia pro or just starting to enjoy the game, "Basketball History: Court Chronicles – The Evolution, Teams, and Players That Shaped the Game" is your go-to guide. Expand your expertise, impress friends, and dive into the rich history of basketball like never before. Say goodbye to boring basketball history books and hello to a captivating journey through the sport’s most iconic moments.

The new eBook, "Minds and Machines", is a riveting exploration that zooms straight into the pulse of the vibrant world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This substantial read takes the reader on an intriguing tour from the very basic understanding of AI, straight to its future prospects. Beginning with a succinct definition and historical overview, "Minds and Machines" lays out the evolution of human-machine interaction, gradually introducing the reader to the concept of AI-enabled communication. This book delicately unfurls the various dimensions of AI, bringing to the forefront an ...

The era of the 1950's and 1960's were highly influential on the fitness field. Physical culture magazines that promoted workouts, fitness equipment and supplements were on the rise and it's impact is still felt today. This guide will help you learn more about the influence that these magazines and publishers had on the fitness industry and the rise of bodybuilding and fitness trends that came from it.

No other life form on the planet has generated a brain like ours. How did a bundle of cells weighing just 1.2 kg give rise to conscious, self-aware beings capable of understanding time, language, mathematics and music, of exploring outer space and sequencing their own DNA? The answer to such questions is a seven-million-year saga. How the Mind Changed is the definitive audiobook on human brain evolution: a sweeping natural history.

"Market Evolution: The Creation, History, and Future of the Stock Market" is an in-depth exploration of one of the most influential institutions in the global economy. From its origins in the early days of trade and commerce to its role in shaping modern finance, this book provides a comprehensive look at the stock market's evolution, key milestones, and enduring impact on businesses, investors, and societies worldwide.

The human brain acquired its present genetic capacity, which flowered in language, a thousand centuries ago. Our brains evolved from this technique of mapping meaning to symbolic sounds which has made our species dominant over all others on Earth - culture. However culture is a two-edged sword that can defy natural selection when the childlike literal thinking from a forgotten symbolic understanding of traditional culture prevents the change in our way of life, urgently required by our environment for our species to survive.

Two years have passed since the dramatic conclusion of Operation Excise. Michael Dolan has moved home to Boston to mend when once again, the Agency comes knocking. Terrorists have launched a bioweapon in the Middle East, thousands are dying of a horrifying virus with no cure, and Dolan is the key to preventing more attacks. Only this time, everything will be done on his terms...