The Story of Humans (4th Edition)

Discover the tremarkable origins of our species. Join us on a journey through human history and explore how evolution and ingenuity shaped our species. From the first branches of the Homo family tree to the astonishing achievements our species are capable of today, discover how one super-smart bunch of apes became astronauts. Inside you’ll learn why harnessing fire and crafting tools shaped our future, how we triumphed over our Neanderthal relatives, why the invention of agriculture changed history and how the most complex structure in the known universe – the human brain – develops. Learn more about the fascinating past, present, and potential future of our species.