The Invisible History of the Human Race: How DNA and History Shape Our Identitie

Discover the intriguing connections between our DNA and our shared history with 'The Invisible History of the Human Race: How DNA and History Shape Our Identities.' This groundbreaking book by Christine Kenneally explores the fascinating intersection of genetics and cultural history, revealing how our biological ancestry intertwines with our social heritage. Dive into critical questions about our existence: How does Neanderthal DNA influence modern humans? What historical forces shaped current societal structures and beliefs? Kenneally's insights delve deeply into themes like the evolution of trust in different cultures and the shadows cast by eugenics ideologies. Through compelling narratives and cutting-edge scientific research, 'The Invisible History of the Human Race' challenges the notion of genetic determinism, showing that our DNA is not just a biological blueprint but also a record of our collective journey. Hailed as a New York Times Notable Book, it’s a rich exploration that promises to expand your understanding of identity, history, and the role of genetics in shaping who we are today. With FREE shipping at Smartfox NZ, this must-read volume awaits your discovery. Don’t miss this chance to uncover the hidden threads of our human story.
We are doomed to repeat history if we fail to learn from it, but how are we affected by the forces that are invisible to us?
What role does Neanderthal DNA play in our genetic makeup? How did the theory of eugenics embraced by Nazi Germany first develop? How is trust passed down in Africa, and silence inherited in Tasmania? How are private companies like Ancestry.com uncovering, preserving and potentially editing the past? In The Invisible History of the Human Race, Christine Kenneally reveals that, remarkably, it is not only our biological history that is coded in our DNA, but also our social history. She breaks down myths of determinism and draws on cutting-edge research to explore how both historical artefacts and our DNA tell us where we have come from and where we may be going.

A New York Times Notable Book

'The richest, freshest, most fun book on genetics in some time.' The New York Times Book Review
'Original and provocative.'TheNew Yorker
' A sparkling, sometimes harrowing read.' Nature
Shortlisted 2015 Stella Prize
Shortlisted2015 Queensland Literary Awards
Winner 2015 Bragg UNSW Press
Prize for Science Writing
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