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The dragons of Eden : speculations on the evolution of human intelligence

by Carl Sagan

This overview of human evolution examines the development of intelligence in humans and animals, alongside brain function, memory, and sleep. It also addresses evolutionary myths and the potential existence of extraterrestrial civilisations.

Accession 5910 ISBN 0340230223 Publisher Coronet
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