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From the first flicker of life in Earth’s primordial oceans to the rise of artificial intelligence and gene editing, The Fingerprint of Life takes you on an unforgettable journey through the story of life itself.

Blending vivid storytelling with clear, accessible science, this book unpacks the biggest breakthroughs in biology — from the origins of cells and the leap to multicellular life, to the evolution of mammals, the human brain, and beyond. Along the way, you'll explore how natural selection shaped biodiversity, how ancient humans left Africa to populate the globe, and how disease, DNA and climate have all played a role in shaping who we are today.

At each step, key biological concepts are woven seamlessly into the narrative, grounding the story in scientific insight without losing its sense of wonder. With topics ranging from ecosystems and evolution to immunity and genetic drift, this is more than a science book — it’s the biography of life on Earth.

Whether you're curious about where we came from or where we're heading, The Fingerprint of Life invites you to discover the clues, connections, and transformations that have brought us to this extraordinary moment in history.