Your Inner Fish by Neil Shubin
A Journey into the 3.5-Billion-Year History of the Human Body
This fascinating exploration delves into the evolutionary journey of the human body, tracing its origins back to ancient fish. Through a blend of personal anecdotes, scientific discoveries, and paleontological insights, the narrative reveals how our anatomy is intricately linked to creatures that roamed the Earth millions of years ago. By examining fossils, embryos, and DNA, the story uncovers the surprising connections between humans and their distant aquatic ancestors, offering a profound understanding of how our physical form has been shaped over eons.
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- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 240-260
- Original Language
- English
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