Every Bone Tells a Story
Every Bone Tells a Story
Nonfiction | Book | YA | Published in 2004
Book Brief
192
Book • Nonfiction
Global • Various Historical Eras
2004
YA
12-18 years
1010L
Super Short Summary
Every Bone Tells a Story by Jill Rubalcaba and Peter Robertshaw explores four hominin discoveries—Turkana Boy, the Lapedo Child, Kennewick Man, and the Iceman—highlighting how advancements in archaeology and science have deepened our understanding of human history, migration, and ancestry, engaging young adult readers in the ongoing debates and discoveries that shape our knowledge of the past.
Informative
Mysterious
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
222 ratings
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Review Roundup
Every Bone Tells a Story by Jill Rubalcaba and Peter Robertshaw presents an engaging exploration of ancient human history through forensic analysis. Critics praise its educational value, clear writing, and captivating visuals. However, some note it occasionally oversimplifies complex topics. Ideal for young readers with an interest in archaeology and history.
Who Should Read Every Bone Tells a Story?
Every Bone Tells a Story by Jill Rubalcaba and Peter Robertshaw will captivate readers fascinated by archaeology, anthropology, and human history. Similar to fans of The Seven Daughters of Eve by Bryan Sykes and Guns, Germs, and Steel by Jared Diamond, this book attracts those intrigued by the tales ancient remains reveal about our ancestors.
222 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
192
Book • Nonfiction
Global • Various Historical Eras
2004
YA
12-18 years
1010L
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