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Groundbreaking Human Origins Discovery

Almost Human

by Lee Berger

Audiobook Narrated by Donald Corren 6 hrs and 34 mins

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When paleoanthropologist Lee Berger discovered a remarkable cache of fossil bones deep within a South African cave system, he knew he had stumbled upon something extraordinary. The remains belonged to a previously unknown human ancestor, dubbed Homo naledi, and their recovery would require an audacious expedition involving cavers, scientists, and a team of "underground astronauts" navigating treacherous passages.

This gripping account chronicles one of the most significant fossil discoveries in recent history, revealing how Berger and his team pieced together clues about our ancient relatives. The narrative combines the thrill of exploration with profound questions about human evolution, offering readers a front-row seat to cutting-edge scientific detective work. It's a remarkable story of discovery that challenges our understanding of where we come from and what makes us human.