The Seven Daughters of Eve

In The Seven Daughters of Eve, Professor Bryan Sykes, a leading expert on DNA and human evolution, recounts his investigation into the ancient Ice Man discovered in northern Italy, whose remains date back over 5,000 years. Sykes reveals his groundbreaking research in identifying a modern genetic descendant of the Ice Man, showcasing a remarkable gene that has been passed through maternal lines unchanged for millennia. His findings indicate that, among Europeans and North American Caucasians, there are only seven distinct genetic groups, sparking a profound discussion on ancestry and the connections that stretch across time.