What’s So Bad About Asking Where Humans Came From?

  • Published In: Atlantic, 2024, v. 333, n. 4. P. 86 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Deresiewicz, William 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the history and theories surrounding human origins, highlighting the various perspectives and ideas that have emerged over time. The author criticizes the book "The Invention of Prehistory" by Stefanos Geroulanos for its negative portrayal of the study of human origins and its dismissal of the search for truth. The author argues that while human origin stories have been used to justify violence and domination, it is still important to explore and understand our origins. The article also criticizes Geroulanos for his smug and superior attitude towards the past and his denial of the existence of truth. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Atlantic. 2024/05, Vol. 333, Issue 4, p86
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1072-7825
  • Accession Number:176483211
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