History of Biology & Life Sciences, History of Science, Philosophy of Science - General & Miscellaneous, Science, Philosophy of, Evolution
The Evolution of Darwinism: Selection, Adaptation and Progress in Evolutionary Biology
Timothy Shanahan
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Overview
"Alas, the apparent simplicity of Darwin's theory is deceptive. From the very beginning it has been subject to differing interpretations, and even now professional opinion is sharply divided on a range of fundamental issues, among them the nature of selection, the scope of adaptation, and the question of evolutionary progress. This book traces these issues from Darwin's own evolving quest for understanding to ongoing contemporary debates, and explores their implications for the greatest questions of all: where we came from, who we are, and where we might be heading." Written in a clear and nontechnical style, this book will be of interest to students, scholars, and anyone wishing to understand the development of evolutionary theory.Synopsis
Focuses on three issues of debate in Darwin's theory of evolution using a historical and philosophical perspective.
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"This is a thoughtful and clearly written book that serves as a fine introduction to the ways in which evolutionary thought has itself evolved since the time of Darwin. I learned a lot from it, and I feel confident that anybody who is fascinated by these centrally important ideas will also take something useful away from it." Bioscience, Chrisopher Wills, UC San DiegoBook Details
Published
May 1, 2004
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
352
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780521541985