Alice Roberts

Retroceda ocho millones de años atrás con Evolución. La historia de la humanidad y emprenda un viaje fascinante para descubrir cómo se ha desarrollado nuestra especie desde los primates arborícolas a los humanos modernos. Una lectura esencial para cualquier persona fascinada por saber de dónde venimos.

Get under your skin with this access-all-areas guide to the human body Discover a breathtaking portrait of the human body as it''s never been seen before, using the latest medical and microscopic imaging. The Complete Human Body covers the development, form, function and disorders of the human body, all brought to life by incredible state-of-the-art 3D computer-generated artworks. Take a detailed look at how your respiratory system works, discover the anatomy up-close and learn about over 200 diseases and how they afflict the human body. Perfect for students, families and health professionals.

For students of anatomy, biology, and the biomedical sciences; medical professionals; and curious families, DK''sHuman Anatomy will be a definitive resource.Written by acclaimed anatomist, Dr. Alice Roberts, Human Anatomy is an up-to-the-minute study of the body. Spectacular digital images show the body in incredible, true-to-life detail. Exhaustive annotations provide the names of organs and structures throughout the skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, lymphatic, and reproductive systems, while describing their characteristics and functions.This new addition to DK''s award-winning catalog of human body titles will help readers better grasp the deep complexities of the human body for research, study, or general reference.Content previously published as part of Complete Human Body.

Una guía visual única de la evolución humana donde se desvela el auténtico rostro de nuestros ancestros.Ilustrada con impresionantes reconstrucciones realizadas por los paleoartistas holandeses Kennis&Kennis, reconocidos mundialmente.Basado en las ultimas investigaciones y teorias cientificas, explora nuestro parentesco con los demas primates y traza el mapa de nuestro exodo de Africa que nos llevo a colonizar todo el mundo.

A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'Tender, fascinating ... Lucid and illuminating' Robert MacfarlaneFunerary rituals show us what people thought about mortality; how they felt about loss; what they believed came next. From Roman cremations and graveside feasts, to deviant burials with heads rearranged, from richly furnished Anglo Saxon graves to the first Christian burial grounds in Wales, Buried provides an alternative history of the first millennium in Britain.As she did with her pre-history of Britain in Ancestors, Professor Alice Roberts combines archaeological finds with cutting-edge DNA research and written history to shed fresh light on how people lived: by examining the stories of the dead.

A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERTender, fascinating Lucid and illuminating Robert MacfarlaneFunerary rituals show us what people thought about mortality; how they felt about loss; what they believed came next. From Roman cremations and graveside feasts, to deviant burials with heads rearranged, from richly furnished Anglo Saxon graves to the first Christian burial grounds in Wales, Buried provides an alternative history of the first millennium in Britain. As she did with her pre-history of Britain in Ancestors, Professor Alice Roberts combines archaeological finds with cutting-edge DNA research and written history to shed fresh light on how people lived: by examining the stories of the dead.

Now a Sunday Times bestsellerHave you ever wondered what your dog is really thinking Our dogs mean the world to us and as owners we do our best to make sure they feel happy and loved whilst also keeping them in line when needed But wouldn t it be so much easier if we spoke the same language and could ask what they were thinking or feeling In his latest book top dog trainer Graeme Hall reveals the secrets to understanding what your furry companion is trying to say and how they see the world Drawing on 15 years of experience training over 5 000 dogs and backed up with scientific evidence he tackles all the tricky questions you ve ever wanted to ask such as how do I tell my dog he s been naughty and how long does a dog remember Sharing his own personal stories and practical tips Graeme demonstrates how to interpret your dog s body language and use that knowledge to build a stronger more rewarding relationship as well as how to avoid common mistakes Whether you re a seasoned dog owner or a new pup parent this book will change the way you think about your four legged best friend

The stunning new book from Professor Alice Roberts acclaimed and bestselling author of Ancestors and Buried

This is the story of the fall of an Empire and the rise of another Who spread Christianity how and why In her quest to find the answer Professor Alice Roberts takes us on a gripping investigative journey From a secluded valley in south Wales to the shores of Brittany from the heart of the Roman Empire in a time of political turmoil to the ancient city of Corinth in the footsteps of the apostle Paul from Alexandria in the fourth century to Constantinople As the Roman Empire crumbled in Western Europe a shadow of power remained almost perfectly mapping onto its disappearing territories And then it continued to spread Unearthing the archaeological clues and challenging long established histories Professor Roberts tells a remarkable story about the relationship between the Roman Empire and Christianity Lifting the veil on secrets that have been hidden in plain sight this story is nothing short of astonishing Domination is a page turning exploration of power and its survival

A masterpiece of evocative scientific storytelling BRIAN COX Will appeal to fans of Yuval Noah Harari s Sapiens Mail on Sunday The extraordinary story of the species that became our allies Dogs became our companions Wheat fed a booming population Cattle gave us meat and milk Maize fuelled the growth of empires Potatoes brought us feast and famine Chickens led us to wonder about tomorrow Rice promised us a golden future Horses gave us strength and speed Apples travelled with us HUMANS TAMED THEM ALL For hundreds of thousands of years our ancestors depended on wild plants and animals to stay alive until they began to tame them Combining archaeology and cutting edge genetics Tamed tells the story of the greatest revolution in human history and reveals the fascinating origins of ten crucial domesticated species and how they in turn transformed us In a world creaking under the strain of human activity Alice Roberts urges us to look again at our relationship with the natural world and our huge influence upon it AN ECONOMIST AND MAIL ON SUNDAY BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017

The stunning new book from Professor Alice Roberts acclaimed and bestselling author of Ancestors and Buried

The presenter of the BBC s The Incredible Human Journey and Digging for Britain gives us a new and highly accessible look at our own bodies and into the past to uncover the evolutionary secrets hidde

The epic new prehistoric children s novel from bestselling author academic and broadcaster Professor Alice Roberts

Travel back in time eight million years to explore the roots of the human family tree. Interweaving latest discoveries, maps, and incredible illustrations, Evolution tells the story of our origins and helps us better understand our species, from tree-dwelling primates to modern 21st-century humans. Renowned Dutch paleoartists the Kennis brothers bring our ancestors to life with their beautiful, accurate reconstructions that visually trace each step in our evolutionary history. Combined with clear prose, this comprehensive yet accessible book provides a rich history of each stage of human evolution, from human anatomy and behaviour to the environment we live in. It also explains how Homo sapiens originated, evolved, and then migrated and colonized the entire planet. Written and authenticated by a team of experts and with a foreword by Dr Alice Roberts, Evolution is a sweeping account of humans and our place in it.

Una èpica novel·la de la història de la humanitat a través de la recerca daventures duna nena. La Tuuli es una nena prehistòrica que viatja amb la seva tribu al llarg de les estacions: acampa, caça

Discover the history of our lifetime through the adventure of a girl and her wolf, in the bestselling childrens novel from Digging for Britain presenter, Professor Alice Roberts. Selected as Waterstones Childrens book of the Month and The Times Childrens Book of the Week.A fine storyteller Philip PullmanThis lost world is beautifully rendered, so rich in detail you can almost smell the campfires . . . a captivating tale. The Times Childrens Book of the Week Tuuli is a prehistoric girl, travelling with her tribe through the seasons making camp, hunting for food and protecting themselves against the many hazards that the climate throws at them. Tuuli knows theres a bigger world out there, and when she spots a strange boy lurking outside their camp, she realises that he might hold the adventure she is looking for. He is from another tribe, sent to find safer ground and as he and Tuuli strike up an unlikely friendship, they set out on a journey that will impact the rest of human history. A vast adventure with a very human heart, full of wild animals, huge scenery and heart-stopping danger and inspired by real anthropological discoveries. The stunning debut novel from Digging for Britain presenter, Professor Alice Roberts, for fans of His Dark Materials, Wolf Brother and The Last Bear.Praise for Wolf Road: A wonderful book exciting, fascinating, gripping, beautifully written Anthony McGowanHighly atmospheric, this impressive story asks questions about human fears across the ages. Daily MailWhen and where would you go if you could go back in time? I wouldnt hesitate to whizz past all the great civilizations . . . and go straight to the moment our early human ancestors met Neanderthals. What did they think of each other? How did the communicate? . . . A captivating childrens tale that can be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in the origins of humanity. Paleo-tastic. Lucy Bannerman, The Times Childrens Book of the WeekWolf Road was Childrens #9 bestseller in the TCM chart on 11 June 2024

Embark on an epic journey, in the jaw-dropping sequel to the bestselling and highly acclaimed Wolf Road, based on real archaeological discoveries, from award-winning historian and television presenter, Alice Roberts. Perfect for fans of Hannah Gold and Michelle Paver. The seasons are changing and Tuuli, along with her faithful wolf cub, Lupa, is on the move. Leaving her tribe behind, she sets out across the Tundra to discover a new world and find the family of Andar, the friend she has lost. The journey is hard, filled with ferocious animals and dangerous weather. But with danger everywhere, will Tuuli find who she is looking for?A stunning journey through a prehistoric landscape, discover the history of our lifetimes in a story of friendship, courage and survival. Beautifully illustrated by Keith Robinson. Selected as Waterstones Childrens book of the Month and The Times Childrens Book of the Week. Perfect for readers who love animal adventures. Alice Roberts is a highly-accomplished historian and archaeologist with bestselling adult non-fiction. She is also the TV star of Digging for Britain. Wolf Road was Childrens #9 bestseller in the TCM chart on 11 June 2024Praise for Wolf Road:A fine storyteller Philip PullmanThis lost world is beautifully rendered, so rich in detail you can almost smell the campfires . . . a captivating tale. The Times Childrens Book of the WeekA wonderful book exciting, fascinating, gripping, beautifully written Anthony McGowanHighly atmospheric, this impressive story asks questions about human fears across the ages. Daily MailWhen and where would you go if you could go back in time? I wouldnt hesitate to whizz past all the great civilizations . . . and go straight to the moment our early human ancestors met Neanderthals. What did they think of each other? How did the communicate? . . . A captivating childrens tale that can be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in the origins of humanity. Paleo-tastic. Lucy Bannerman, The Times Childrens Book of the WeekPraise for Wolf Road:This lost world is beautifully rendered, so rich in detail you can almost smell the campfires . . . a captivating tale. The Times Childrens Book of the WeekA wonderful book exciting, fascinating, gripping, beautifully written Anthony McGowanHighly atmospheric, this impressive story asks questions about human fears across the ages. Daily Mail

A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Tender, fascinating Lucid and illuminating Robert Macfarlane Funerary rituals show us what people thought about mortality; how they felt about loss; what they believed came next. From Roman cremations and graveside feasts, to deviant burials with heads rearranged, from richly furnished Anglo Saxon graves to the first Christian burial grounds in Wales, Buried provides an alternative history of the first millennium in Britain. As she did with her pre-history of Britain in Ancestors, Professor Alice Roberts combines archaeological finds with cutting-edge DNA research and written history to shed fresh light on how people lived: by examining the stories of the dead.

THE SUNDAY TIMES NO. 1 BESTSELLERCHOSEN BY WATERSTONES AS ONE OF THEIR BEST HISTORY BOOKS OF 2024Compulsive . . . A wonderful display of how modern archaeology can bring hidden histories to lifeDaily Telegraph Gripping . . . I found it hard to put downEvening StandardAnother really good book from archaeologist Alice Roberts . . . Helps you understand the facts on a technical level, but also makes you feel them in your bonesNew Scientist Roberts reflections on Thomas Becket and Canterbury Cathedral are especially entertaining . . . FascinatingSpectator The new book by Sunday Times bestselling author of Ancestors and Buried - the final instalment in Professor Alice Roberts acclaimed trilogy.We can unlock secrets from bones preserved for centuries in tombs, graves and crypts. The history of the Middle Ages is typically the story of the rich and powerful, theres barely a written note for most peoples lives. Archaeology represents another way of interrogating our history. By using cutting-edge science to examine human remains and burials, it is possible to unearth details about how individuals lived and died that give us a new understanding of the past one that is more intimate and inclusive than ever before. The seven stories in Crypt are not comforting tales. We meet the patients at one of the earliest hospitals in England and the victims of the St Brices Day Massacre. We see a society struggling to make sense of disease, disability and death, as incurable epidemics sweep through medieval Europe. We learn of a protracted battle between Church and State that led to the murder of Thomas Becket and the destruction of the most famous tomb in England. And we come face to face with the archers who went down with Henry VIIIs favourite ship, the Mary Rose. Beautifully written and expertly researched by Professor Alice Roberts, Crypt is packed with thrilling discoveries that will make you see the history of Britain afresh.

Every part of the human body has a name and story. But how familiar are you with your arachnoid mater or your Haversian canals?Anatomical Oddities is an artistic and linguistic adventure, taking the reader on a journey to discover the hidden landscape of the human body: its crypts and caverns, gorges, islets and mountains. Along the way, we dip into the history of our relationship with the human body and the discoveries that paved the way for modern anatomy and medicine.Quirky, bizarre and beautiful, these pages feature original artworks from Professor Alice Roberts. The intricate details of the human body, the stories of people who unearthed its secrets, and the meanings of the words we use to describe it are laid bare.