THE STORY OF THE HUMAN BODY Evolution, Health, and Disease

Author Lieberman has been looking at fossils, but his work has a lot to do with listeners' health. He hypothesizes that some evolutionary adaptations are mismatches that don't fit modern life. Sean Runnette reads with a low-key, clear voice that conveys the information well, leaving room for the occasional wry observation to hit its mark. Much of the book details how evolution worked, but the latter chapters offer practical thoughts on its effects. Listeners who actually want to make changes in their lifestyles might prefer to read the book, rather than listen, so they can concentrate on that advice. Either way, this is an interesting look at how the body works. J.A.S. © AudioFile 2013, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2013]