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Ever since Darwin and The Descent of Man , the existence of humans has been attributed to our intelligence and adaptability. But in Catching Fire , renowned primatologist Richard Wrangham presents a startling alternative: our evolutionary success is the result of cooking. In a groundbreaking... read more
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“the cooking apes, the creatures of the flame”
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“We must find ways to make our ancient dependence on cooked food healthier”
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- Richard W. Wrangham (Author)
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