Includes bibliographical references (pages 241-262) and index.
Contents
1. A different kind of past -- 2. The quest for ancient DNA -- 3. Our curious cousins -- 4. Final traces of life -- 5. Gaining control -- 6. Ending the chase -- 7. Great journeys -- 8. Beyond DNA -- 9. Friends and relations -- 10. Enemies within -- 11. The hunt goes on.