Ever Since Darwin: Reflections in Natural History

Ever Since Darwin: Reflections in Natural History
Stephen Jay Gould (Author)
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More than any other modern scientists, Stephen Jay Gould has opened up to millions the wonders of evolutionary biology. His genius as an essayist lies in his unmatched ability to use his knowledge of the world, including popular culture, to illuminate the realm of science.

Ever Since Darwin, Stephen Jay Gould's first book, has sold more than a quarter of a million copies. Like all succeeding collections by this unique writer, it brings the art of the scientific essay to unparalleled heights.

• Rank: #112773 in eBooks
• Published on: 1992-07-17
• Released on: 2014-01-31
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The History of Life: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

The History of Life: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
Michael J. Benton (Author)
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There are few stories more remarkable than the evolution of life on earth. This Very Short Introduction presents a succinct guide to the key episodes in that story - from the very origins of life four million years ago to the extraordinary diversity of species around the globe today.

Beginning with an explanation of the controversies surrounding the birth of life itself, each following chapter tells of a major breakthrough that made new forms of life possible: including sex and multicellularity, hard skeletons, and the move to land. Along the way, we witness the greatest mass extinction, the first forests, the rise of modern ecosystems, and, most recently, conscious humans.

Introducing ideas from a range of scientific disciplines, from evolutionary biology and earth history, to geochemistry, palaeontology, and systematics, Michael Benton explains how modern science pieces the evidence in this vast evolutionary puzzle together, to build up an accessible and up-to-date picture of the key developments in the history of life on earth.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

• Rank: #32665 in eBooks
• Published on: 2008-11-27
• Released on: 2008-11-27
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The Selfish Gene: 30th Anniversary edition

The Selfish Gene: 30th Anniversary edition
Richard Dawkins (Author)
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The million copy international bestseller, critically acclaimed and translated into over 25 languages.

This 30th anniversary edition includes a new introduction from the author as well as the original prefaces and foreword, and extracts from early reviews. As relevant and influential today as when it was first published, The Selfish Gene has become a classic exposition of evolutionary thought.

Professor Dawkins articulates a gene's eye view of evolution - a view giving centre stage to these persistent units of information, and in which organisms can be seen as vehicles for their replication. This imaginative, powerful, and stylistically brilliant work not only brought the insights of Neo-Darwinism to a wide audience, but galvanized the biology community, generating much debate and stimulating whole new areas of research.

• Rank: #15372 in eBooks
• Published on: 2006-03-16
• Released on: 2006-03-16
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The Selfish Gene

The Selfish Gene
Richard Dawkins (Author)
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The million copy international bestseller, critically acclaimed and translated into over 25 languages.

This 30th anniversary edition includes a new introduction from the author as well as the original prefaces and foreword, and extracts from early reviews. As relevant and influential today as when it was first published, The Selfish Gene has become a classic exposition of evolutionary thought.

Professor Dawkins articulates a gene's eye view of evolution - a view giving centre stage to these persistent units of information, and in which organisms can be seen as vehicles for their replication. This imaginative, powerful, and stylistically brilliant work not only brought the insights of Neo-Darwinism to a wide audience, but galvanized the biology community, generating much debate and stimulating whole new areas of research.

• Rank: #10394 in eBooks
• Published on: 2006-03-16
• Released on: 2006-03-16
• Format: Kindle eBook

On the Origin of Species (Penguin Classics)

On the Origin of Species (Penguin Classics)
Charles Darwin (Author), William Bynum (Editor, Introduction), Damien Hirst (Illustrator)
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A special anniversary edition with a cover by controversial artist Damien Hirst

This landmark work of scientific and philosophical thought sets forth Charles Darwin?s pioneering theory of evolution and the interdependence of species. On the Origin of Species had an immediate and profound impact on the literature and ideas of his contemporaries. Without setting out to be controversial, Darwin became quite possibly the most revolutionary writer of the Victorian age, overturning the widely held religious and scientific beliefs of his time.

• Rank: #434388 in Books
• Published on: 2009-10-27
• Released on: 2009-10-27
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 7.64" h x 5.04" w x 1.02" l, 1.00 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 480 pages

Animal Behavior: An Evolutionary Approach

Animal Behavior: An Evolutionary Approach
John Alcock (Author)
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It is distinguished by its balanced treatment of both the underlying mechanisms and evolutionary causes of behaviour, and stresses the utility of evolutionary theory in unifying the different behavioural disciplines. Important concepts are explained by reference to key illustrative studies, which are described in sufficient detail to help students appreciate the role of the scientific process in producing research discoveries. Examples are drawn evenly from studies of invertebrates and vertebrates, and are supported by nearly 1300 reference citations. The writing style is clear: beginning students should have no difficulty following the material, despite the strong conceptual orientation of the text.

• Rank: #58251 in Books
• Brand: Brand: Sinauer Associates
• Published on: 2001-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 10.98" h x 8.50" w x .0" l, 3.57 pounds
• Binding: Hardcover
• 543 pages

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