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Feb 01, 2018sggramps rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Relies on evidence to tell the history of human evolution when available, otherwise postulates developments based on evolutionary theory e.g. explanation for investment of surplus energy into production of brainier offspring in archaic homo. Sometimes this appears just a little too convenient. Very careful to differentiate what is known vs. hypothetical. Details the source and mechanisms of several diseases than develops an argument why an evolutionary perspective can prevent or perhaps reverse these conditions. Occasionally makes tentative recommendations that border on medical advice e.g. chew gum to enhance jaw growth, follow anti biotics with pro biotics. Well organised, each chapter and section introduces, elaborates and re-caps. Extensive annotation. Very easy to read with minimal technical language.