A Brief History of Everyone Who Ever Lived: Stories in Our Genes

Adam Rutherford, 2017

Overview

This book delves into the personal and collective human story, tracing origins through our genetic makeup. It examines the history encoded within each individual's genome, reflecting the experiences of 100 billion modern humans. The narrative encompasses significant events like births, deaths, diseases, conflicts, migrations, and reproduction.

Adam Rutherford guides readers on a genetic journey, revealing how contemporary genetics illuminates human history and vice versa. The exploration spans from Neanderthals to modern genetics, covering topics such as redheads, race, royal lineages, and plagues.

Who it's for

• Individuals interested in human origins and evolution.
• Readers curious about the science of genetics and its historical applications.
• Those seeking to understand the biological basis of human diversity and shared ancestry.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 432
• Publisher: Orion Books
• Year: 2017
• ISBN: 9781780229072