Human evolution in China : a metric description of the fossils and a review of the sites

In recent years, China has produced a wealth of hominid fossils that shed new light on the course of human evolution. This book—the first comprehensive treatment of these fossil finds—offers a brief description of Chinese paleoanthropology and documents all major Chinese sites. Original translations of Chinese-language materials and new analyses of numerous fossils are included. Each fossil description includes the fossil name and location of site; how, when, and by whom it was found; a detailed description; archaeological remains at the site; and floral and faunal content of the site. Students and researchers in human evolution, evolutionary biology, evolutionary anatomy, and archaeology will welcome this much-needed guide to a remarkable treasure trove of fossil remains. This is a comprehensive review summarizing all major human and ape fossils found in China. The book contains original analyses of a number of fossils, and English translations of Chinese-language materials. Metric information is presented, to be used to compare fossil samples from around the world.