Close encounters with humankind A paleoanthropologist investigates our evolving species.

"Deftly weaving together science and personal observation, Lee proves an engaging, authoritative guide... of the human condition." -Kate Wong, editor at Scientific American What can fossilized teeth tell us about our ancient ancestors' life expectancy? Did farming play a problematic role in the history of human evolution? And what do we have in common with Neanderthals? In this captivating bestseller, Close Encounters with Humankind, paleoanth...