The Incredible Unlikeliness of Being

In this enlightening audiobook, Alice Roberts, the presenter of BBC's The Incredible Human Journey, explores the fascinating evolutionary history encoded in our bodies. Drawing on the latest research, she guides listeners from the formation of a single cell to the complexities of human development, highlighting the connections we share with our ancestors and the remarkable events that have shaped our evolution. Shortlisted for the Wellcome Book Prize, this engaging narrative reveals why we share certain features, such as gills in early development, offering a unique perspective on our biological heritage.