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In this encyclopedia Dr. Jelinek outlines
many of the discoveries that have led to the unravelling
of Man's origins and development. This exciting topic is
treated here in four main sections. Firstly, the author
places Man in the context of the zoological classification
including his relationship with monkeys and apes. Dr. Jelinek
builds up a fascinating picture of how Man has evolved from
primitive ape-like creatures to more advanced forms such
as Neanderthal-man. The following three sections show how
Man has learned to make use of fire, to make and use tools
for hunting, to build dwellings more advanced than just
holes in a cliff, and finally how he has expressed himself
throughout prehistory in painting, sculpture, and jewellery.
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