Studying science and archaeology

Can the rabbi recommend a book(s) that will clarify for me the probability of evolution, from the sea of ​​books that discuss the subject? [And the level of probability of hypotheses other than Darwin's] Or are there no shortcuts?
Also, on the subject of archaeology, I feel like a chicken among humans, and I have no idea how reliable the pottery, etc., is. If the rabbi could direct me to a book on archaeology that is suitable for someone who is not well-versed, please.
Thank you very much.