The ascent of mind
Calvin journeys around the world to show how drastic and frequent climatic changes affected our ancient ancestors in dramatic, life- altering ways--that in matching wits with the undependable prehistoric climate, early humans first developed the capacities for society, culture, and ethics.
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- If you haven’t read William Calvin’s “The Ascent of Mind” you might enjoy it: http://williamcalvin.com/bk5/bk5.htm The “throwing theory” features prominently.
- Interesting idea, I'd like to know more. Is 'The Ascent of Mind' by William Calvin what you are referring to?
