Quote by Davidson Black

The Peking man was a thinking being, standing erect, dating to the beginning of the Ice Age.

The Peking man was a thinking being, standing erect, dating

Summary

This quote refers to the Peking Man, an archaeological discovery made in the 1920s in Zhoukoudian, near Beijing, China. It suggests that the Peking Man, a Homo erectus specimen, lived during the Ice Age and possessed the ability to think and reason, implying traits of higher intelligence. The quote acknowledges Peking Man's cognitive capabilities and emphasizes the historical timeline in which it existed, showcasing the significance of this ancient hominid and its intellectual capacities during a challenging climatic period.

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By Davidson Black

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