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3.87 AVERAGE
3.87 AVERAGE
Fabulous book, and a must-read for scientists, or for anyone who works with Native/Indigenous people, in any field, not just anthropology or history.
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The substance is there, and the more archaeological examples the better, I say. However, I’m not a huge fan of the narrative style and I think the content is a bit disorganized. Overall a very interesting read and a great intro to America’s genetic history via the archaeological record.
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Fascinating, in the information learned in the years since I've been in school, and more importantly in the discussion of the role of science in some really terrible wrongs, and the road forward in changing that. Refreshing to hear about research and respect in the same breath, instead of constantly treating them as opposing sides.
Also enjoyed the interview with Yvonne Russo. It's very clear this work was conducted in full collaboration with and support of indigenous communities.
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I have so many thoughts about this book (all good) but for now I’m just going to say this should absolutely be required reading in education. This one book, despite its seemingly singular subject, covers a plethora of information and misconceptions about the indigenous peoples of the americas. Punches are not pulled and the field itself is not spared the scrutiny and sometimes scorn it has earned in the past. It’s a very accessible and comprehensive (in terms of what we have) overview of where we are in paleoanthropology and paleogenetics. Very rad all around. Both the audio and text versions are stellar. Don’t be intimidated by the subjects, the author worked very hard to make sure anyone who picks up this book can follow the current arguments and theories in the field.
I have so many thoughts about this book (all good) but for now I’m just going to say this should absolutely be required reading in education. This one book, despite its seemingly singular subject, covers a plethora of information and misconceptions about the indigenous peoples of the americas. Punches are not pulled and the field itself is not spared the scrutiny and sometimes scorn it has earned in the past. It’s a very accessible and comprehensive (in terms of what we have) overview of where we are in paleoanthropology and paleogenetics. Very rad all around. Both the audio and text versions are stellar. Don’t be intimidated by the subjects, the author worked very hard to make sure anyone who picks up this book can follow the current arguments and theories in the field.
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Really interesting. A lot I didn’t know prior but definitely an “insider” perspective. A lot went over my head.
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