Abstract: Evolutionary Anthropology: Issues, News, and ReviewsVolume 15, Issue 1 p. 8-10 IssuesFree Access Living in the human niche Peter Bleed, Corresponding Author Peter Bleed [email protected] Professor of Anthropology, 810 Oldfather Hall, University of Nebraska Lincoln, NE 68588-0368Professor of Anthropology, 810 Oldfather Hall, University of Nebraska Lincoln, NE 68588-0368Search for more papers by this author Peter Bleed, Corresponding Author Peter Bleed [email protected] Professor of Anthropology, 810 Oldfather Hall, University of Nebraska Lincoln, NE 68588-0368Professor of Anthropology, 810 Oldfather Hall, University of Nebraska Lincoln, NE 68588-0368Search for more papers by this author First published: 23 February 2006 https://doi.org/10.1002/evan.20084Citations: 22AboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. 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