Anthropology

Introduction

Anthropology is the scientific study of humankind; it strives for a comprehensive understanding of and proper appreciation for different species within the earth's history. As such, anthropology is grounded in the empirical facts of the specific sciences and the logical argumentation of critical thought. Furthermore, scientific evidence is supplemented with rational speculation, especially when facts are lacking. Ongoing advances in science and technology continuously add new information to the growing discipline of anthropology, thereby strengthening some concepts and hypotheses, while modifying or dismissing others.

Evolutionary Framework

The idea of evolution neither originated with the thoughts of Charles Darwin nor had its final ...