Researches into the Physical History of Man

Prichards Researches into the Physical History of Man stands as a cornerstone of pre-Darwinian anthropology, often hailed as the most significant English work of the nineteenth century. Recognized as the Father of Anthropology, Prichard argues for the unity of the human species, suggesting that while humanity has diverged into various races, we all share a common origin. He boldly states in his Preface, all mankind constitute but one race or proceed from a single family. Notably, Prichard hints at Africa as the cradle of humanity, asserting that the earliest humans were likely of African descent. This pioneering perspective raises intriguing questions about the historical acknowledgment of human equality and dignity—could this be an early recognition of the sentiment that Black Lives Matter? The text includes Latin, Greek, and German passages recorded by Kazbek. (Summary by John Greenman & Wikipedia)