<P><i>50 Great Myths of Human Evolution</i> uses common misconceptions to explore basic theory and research in human evolution and strengthen critical thinking skills for lay readers listeners and students.<br> <ul><li>Examines intriguing-yet widely misunderstood-topics from general ideas about evolution and human origins to the evolution of modern humans and recent trends in the field</li><li>Describes what fossils archaeology and genetics can tell us about human origins</li><li>Demonstrates the ways in which science adapts and changes over time to incorporate new evidence and better explanations</UL></LI></P><P>Includes myths such as 'Humans lived at the same time as dinosaurs;' 'Lucy was so small because she was a child;' 'Our ancestors have always made fire;' and 'There is a strong relationship between brain size and intelligence'</P>