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Covers the latest competing theories in the field Get a handle on the fundamentals of biological and cultural anthropology When did the first civilizations arise? How many human languages exist? The answers are found in anthropology – and this friendly guide explains its concepts in clear detail. You′ll see how anthropology developed as a science, what it tells us about our ancestors, and how it can help with some of the hot–button issues our world is facing today. Discover: How anthropologists learn about the past Humanity′s earliest activities, from migration to civilization Why our language differs from other animal communication How to find a career in anthropology