To understand the place this book has, we must understand some of the dynamics in Paleoanthropology. This book delves into not only the science behind Ardi, as so she is nicknamed, as well as the very powerfully compelling and controversial behaviors and personalities of those involved in the field.įrom a different perspective than we usually get (that of the scientist), we get the view of Mr. Most known for his work on the skeleton known as Ardi, an Ardipithecus ramidus that he named, he is a very controversial figure. In Fossil Men by Kermit Pattison, we hear the story of Tim White, a professor of Paleoanthropology, and his work in the field over the last five decades.Ī massive personality in the field, and arbiter of strict science and technical absoluteness. A book filled with big emotions, big opinions, and many technical details and facts. Well, this was a fun read for sure, no doubt about it.
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