Review "Even with so many topics of biological anthropologydiscussed, due care is given in each section by the authors toinclude enough information to give an adequate foundation and thenexpand upon it in subsequent sections. I would highly recommendthis book - there is something in it for everyone. I waspleased to come away from it having learnt somethingmyself." (Primate Eye, 1 February 2012)"For those of us who teach introduction to physical (orbiological) anthropology on a regular basis, the book provides anefficient avenue to catch up on diverse topics in the field."(American Journal of Human Biology, 2011)"Recommended. Upper-divisions undergraduates and above." (Choice, 1 April 2011) From the Back Cover A Companion to Biological Anthropology provides an extensiveoverview of the rapidly growing field of biological anthropology.Chapters are written by leading authorities who have themselvesplayed a major role in shaping the direction and scope of thediscipline. Each contribution provides comprehensive discussions ofcurrent issues, as well as considering controversies and futuredirections within the field. A Companion to Biological Anthropology opens with anin-depth overview of the beginnings of biological anthropology, followed by analysis of all major areas of investigation, includingthe evolutionary biology of the human species, the fossil record, genetics of individuals and of populations, our primate relatives, human adaptation and variation, human behavior, and forensicanthropology. Authors present thorough assessments of the manyrecent innovations and discoveries that are transforming the field.The result is a volume that provides a highly authoritative guidefor professional biological anthropologists, human biologists, andmedical and forensic specialists, as well as an accessiblereference work for students seeking to learn more about thisexciting field. See all Product description
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