The Story of Your Ancestors: Cosmos, Earth and Creatures Where You Came From, Where We Are, Where We’re Headed, Forrest Altman (2007)

“COSMOS,” describes the origins of our Universe and the emergence of light, matter, time, space, stars, galaxies and the Solar System. “EARTH,” traces the emergence of the atmosphere, oceans, continents and early life forms “HOMO SAPIENS,” while outlining the activities of human beings worldwide throughout prehistory and historic time, focuses on North America in the past 400 years. In style the book is conversational. The author addresses the reader directly, adding his personal experiences to the facts of science and history to tell such a story as might be told around a campfire by old men to the young. The author uses vivid language and his sense of humor in telling the story. The narrative is further enhanced by timelines, diagrams and 80 illustrations, including original art by two talented artists.

(Softbound Book, 200 Pages)