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What determines the limits of human survival, and how much are they shaped by evolution, environment, and chance? LIMITLESS: The Science of Human Survival and What It Means for You is your invitation to discover the remarkable adaptations that have allowed humans to thrive in the most unlikely places: under the ocean, at the roof of the world, across deserts and tundra, and in the face of the world's deadliest diseases. This book brings together the latest genetics, anthropology, and medical research to reveal how specific populations have developed extraordinary traits, from the Bajau's deep-diving ability and the Rarámuri's legendary endurance, to the Duffy antigen that blocks malaria. Each story is matched with a clear, engaging explanation of the evolutionary pressures and biological mechanisms behind it, making complex science accessible for any reader. What makes LIMITLESS truly stand out are its visual plates: photo-quality illustrations and diagrams that clarify adaptation, reveal the hidden details of human biology, and let you see the evidence for yourself. Every image is grounded in real research, no wild claims, just the science. Inside, you'll find: Well-documented stories from communities at the extremes of adaptation, presented with respect for both scientific discovery and lived experience. Modern insights into how our bodies, genes, and immune systems have been shaped, and are still changing. Clear explanations of genetic trade-offs, showing that survival often comes with a cost. Visual plates and infographics designed to illuminate, not just decorate. LIMITLESS is not about superhuman myths or shortcuts. It's an exploration of how biology, environment, and time work together to expand what humans can endure, and what that means for our future. If you're interested in evolution, medicine, or simply the real science behind human survival, this book is both a reference and a visual journey, backed by research, made vivid with images, and written for anyone curious about what it means to be human. What's on the cover - The cover of LIMITLESS captures raw human possibility: a freediver suspended beneath a sunlit ocean, every detail radiating endurance and calm in the face of the unknown. Cool blues meet the warmth of human skin as shafts of light guide your eye to the diver's upward gaze. Bold white letters declare ""LIMITLESS,"" promising secrets of survival and wonder within. The subtitle invites you to dive deeper into a story of awe-inspiring science and the extraordinary capacities within us all.

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