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Introduction to Physical Anthropology (with InfoTrac)

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If this book is required for your anthropology course, then you're in luck! I appreciate that the authors genuinely enjoy the subject matter, and that it comes through in their writing.

The book is very well organized. You can look forward to chapters of reasonable length -- usually 25 to 30 pages, at most. There are lots of colourful pictures and diagrams, though some flowcharts seem like page fillers to me. The margins are used for definitions of new key words and concepts, a very useful feature.

Aside: There's a little bit of "handwaving" in the early chapters introducing concepts of genetics. That's unfortunate, but necessary at the same time. So if you're interested in the details, I encourage you to pick up a genetics textbook (I liked Concepts of Genetics), or better yet, take a genetics course.

There are certainly debates and controversies in the field. This makes sense, since there are so many unknowns. I appreciate that the authors make mention of differing perspectives and points of view when appropriate.

This text was used in my Intro to Biological Anthropology course and I found it to be very useful and interesting. The sections on evolution and genetics are very similar to the material covered in Campbell/Reece's widely used Biology text. I often found myself skimming through chapters that weren't even assigned for class because the material was so fascinating. Key terms are conveniently located in the margins of the text for easy flash card making and studying.

I felt this book was a bit dummied down, which made it very easy to read. As a required text for Anthropology 101, it served it's purpose very well. All required subjects for the course were covered. Not a bad book.

I have read this book and it really helped me understand evolution. It is a great book that is easy to read and understand.

The book came in good shape and fast. It's for one of my college courses and is very detailed and a great help

Pretty straight forward, this textbook has lots of great information and definitely gives important facts in a simple fashion. It also does a great job of describing the numerous facets of the theory of evolution.

awesome text

The shipping was done in a timely matter. It arrived right when it was suppost to. The book was in excellent condition when I recieved it. It looked brand new! I recommend this seller.

The item came at the time said and it was in the condition as it was told.

This would be the perfect book for any student who cannot afford to buy the regular cost of an Anthropology book. I would highly advise anyone who would want to purchase this book for less. To add, I hope that it will help me get a passing grade and I know that it will.

The book is well written, factual and easy to read/understand. Chapters and concepts are not too overwhelming.