Who We Are and How We Got Here

By: David Reich

Narrated by: John Lescault

A groundbreaking book about how ancient DNA has profoundly changed our understanding of human history

Geneticists like David Reich have made astounding advances in the field of genomics, which is proving to be as important as archaeology, linguistics, and written records as a means to understand our ancestry.

In Who We Are and How We Got Here, Reich allows listeners to discover how the human genome provides not only all the information a human embryo needs to develop but also the hidden story of our species. Reich delves into how the genomic revolution is transforming our understanding of modern humans and how DNA studies reveal deep inequalities among different populations, between the sexes, and among individuals. Provocatively, Reich's book suggests that there might very well be biological differences among human populations but that these differences are unlikely to conform to common stereotypes.

Drawing upon revolutionary findings and unparalleled scientific studies, Who We Are and How We Got Here is a captivating glimpse into humankind - where we came from and what that says about our lives today.

A New York Times best-seller in Science Books. A #1 Amazon.com bestseller in the Biochemistry List.

©2018 David Reich (P)2018 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

✔️ Outstanding ‼️

Confirmed Audible Addict, so I have a rather large collection that’s grown over the years. What makes this particular offering so rewarding is that I actually finished it; although I did a lot of backing up to listen to particular segments over, just yo be sure I got all the important points. And the point I’m making is simply this: If you want to know where your ancestors came from as you respect their struggles, while you learn the latest genetic research, then in that case—this Audible offering is for you. Enjoy . . . Keith

Great book

A well informed book from a well informed genetecisist. with relevant data and good well fundamented arguments. A great reading for the casual or a more interested reader.

The narrator is quite monotone, which to me, helps understanding the material but understandably might be a cause for boredom for some. You guessed it, this is not a funny book but a highly knowlegable and entertaining one.

Highly informative and entertaining.

Great book for anyone wanting a more in depth understanding of human origins, genetics, and the implications of uncovering ancient ancestry.

Fantastic Portrayal of New Advances

As a former student of anthropology I found this riveting, informative, and well thought out!

It is quite technical at times, for those unfamiliar with genetic studies, but on the whole should be quite enjoyable for most audiences.

Fascinating

I found Reich’s writing to be accessible to the layman (like myself) while still being incredibly informative and detailed for a more advanced reader. He clearly cares about the science of genetics and its potential to help humanity.