Origins Reconsidered (Signed Book, HB)

Origins Reconsidered: Signed Easton Press Edition

This beautiful deluxe genuine leather-bound hardback, Origins Reconsidered, offers a profound exploration of human prehistory. Richard E. Leakey and Roger Lewin authored this significant work, and The Easton Press, known for its high-quality, collectible books, published this signed first edition, with the authors’ signatures on one of the front leaves. The genuine leather cover features a deep red color and gold foil-stamped ornamental fleurons and borders. The edges are also gilded. This pre-owned book remains in excellent condition.

A Personal Journey into Human Origins

Richard Leakey shares his personal account of fossil hunting, describing landmark discoveries at Lake Turkana. He also reassesses human prehistory, using new evidence and analytic techniques. Leakey profoundly ponders what makes us “human,” exploring what “being human” truly means. This offers a unique insight into our shared past.

Esteemed Authors

Richard E. Leakey (1944–2022) was a renowned Kenyan paleoanthropologist; moreover, his father, Louis Leakey, was also a famous paleoanthropologist. Richard was furthermore a respected conservationist and politician. Roger Lewin (born 1944) is a British prize-winning science writer, and he has authored twenty books. Their combined expertise therefore makes this book highly authoritative.

A Valuable Collectible

The Easton Press is celebrated for its archival-quality books, and this edition is no exception. Its ornamental design and genuine leather make it a true collectible. For instance, over three years, this book sold on eBay for an average of $105.00, plus sales tax, including shipping.

Condition of This Edition

This pre-owned book remains in excellent condition. It has two small dents on the long edge, and you will find mild abrasions there as well. The top and bottom edges also show small, very mild abrasions. Despite these minor imperfections, its overall quality shines through, presenting a beautiful and historically significant volume.

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Authors: Richard E. Leaky, Roger Lewin
Publisher: The Easton Press
Year: 1992
Condition: Pre-owned, excellent, two small dents and mild abrasions on long edge
Compare To: $105.00 (eBay, average sold price over three years, plus sales tax, including shipping)