Which books are recommended for a beginner in paleoanthropology?

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Recommended books for beginners in paleoanthropology include "Extinct Humans" by Ian Tattersall, "The Last Human" by Sawyer, "Smithsonian Guide to Human Origins," and "The Dawn of Human Culture." Additionally, "The Human Lineage" by Matt Cartmill, Fred H. Smith, and Kaye B. Brown is highlighted as a recent review by the PaleoAnthropology Society. These resources provide foundational knowledge for those new to the field.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of anthropology
  • Familiarity with human evolution concepts
  • Interest in paleoanthropological research methods
  • Access to academic resources or libraries
NEXT STEPS
  • Read "The Human Lineage" by Matt Cartmill, Fred H. Smith, and Kaye B. Brown
  • Explore book reviews on the PaleoAnthropology Society website
  • Investigate additional titles recommended by anthropology professors
  • Join online forums or groups focused on paleoanthropology discussions
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Students, educators, and enthusiasts in anthropology seeking to deepen their understanding of human evolution and paleoanthropology.

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Can anyone recommend any good paleoanthropology books?
I've searched through the books on Amazon and I'm considering:
Extinct Humans - Ian Tattersall
The Last Human - Sawyer
Smithsonian Guide to Human Origins
The Dawn of Human Culture

I'm looking for a good first-time book. I don't know much about the field other than what I've learned in general humanities and anthropology classes.
 
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RunSwimSurf said:
Can anyone recommend any good paleoanthropology books?

The PaleoAnthropology Society can help you. (1) The latest book that they have reviewed, The Human Lineage (Foundation of Human Biology) by Matt Cartmill, Fred H. Smith, and Kaye B. Brown (Hardcover - Mar 30, 2009), can be found on Amazon.(2)

1. http://www.paleoanthro.org/journal/book_reviews.asp

2. https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_...oboken,+NJ:+Wiley-Blackwell&tag=pfamazon01-20.
 
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