Who We Are and How We Got Here
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Narrated by:
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John Lescault
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David Reich
About this listen
A groundbreaking book about how ancient DNA has profoundly changed our understanding of human history
Geneticists like David Reich have made astounding advances in the field of genomics, which is proving to be as important as archaeology, linguistics, and written records as a means to understand our ancestry.
In Who We Are and How We Got Here, Reich allows listeners to discover how the human genome provides not only all the information a human embryo needs to develop but also the hidden story of our species. Reich delves into how the genomic revolution is transforming our understanding of modern humans and how DNA studies reveal deep inequalities among different populations, between the sexes, and among individuals. Provocatively, Reich's book suggests that there might very well be biological differences among human populations but that these differences are unlikely to conform to common stereotypes.
Drawing upon revolutionary findings and unparalleled scientific studies, Who We Are and How We Got Here is a captivating glimpse into humankind - where we came from and what that says about our lives today.
A New York Times best-seller in Science Books. A #1 Amazon.com bestseller in the Biochemistry List.
©2018 David Reich (P)2018 Blackstone Audio, Inc.What listeners say about Who We Are and How We Got Here
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- Andrew Hallahan
- 10-10-2020
Enthralling
The deep science explored in this brilliant book was eye opening to me. It gives insights into our fascinating story as a species, a framework to understand the field and a philosophical and ethical approach. Highly recommended:
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- John Brady
- 18-09-2021
Excellent
a .pdf showing maps and giving spelling s would be nice. Excellent book, thoughtful scientist.
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- Stephanie R Martin
- 03-01-2021
Makes you think - integrity and good science
What a delight to follow the journey of David Reich and his work. Listen carefully, listen again and wonder at the discoveries of the journey of our genes.
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- barrwood
- 04-02-2023
Inspirational reading.
Inspirational reading.
very enlightening. adding to my interest in geneology. So much new information and research.
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
- Declan Trott
- 24-04-2019
A detective story not a history
A good book if you like detective stories. I was hoping for a bit more about what actually happened in the past and a bit less about the techniques of how researchers are trying to figure it out.
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- myra colecliffe
- 30-12-2021
Poorly read
An interesting book which was hard to follow due to the awkward pausing and intonation of the reader.
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- S.Attenborough
- 30-01-2023
I thought this was about Science
The first few chapters begin to talk about the bible and Moses! That is not science but myths about people. Science which relies on fact that can be disputed and questioned and re-evaluated even negated cannot be equated with biblical rubbish which believers and other adherents regard without question.
Waste of time and money.!
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