Bone Rooms

Discover the captivating world of Bone Rooms by Samuel J. Redman, published by Harvard University Press in 2022. This insightful paperback spans 408 pages and delves into the transformative scientific revolution taking place in the late nineteenth century within the bone rooms of the Smithsonian Institution and other museums. Redman explores the intense global competition among collectors to unearth the finest human skeletons, mummies, and fossils. Through meticulous study of these remains, the book reveals how this research played a crucial role in discrediting racial theories and advancing our understanding of human origins and evolution. Bone Rooms is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of science, history, and anthropology.