Origin Then and Now - An Interpretive Guide to the Origin of Species - Introduction by Michael Ruse

Name: Origin Then and Now - An Interpretive Guide to the Origin of Species - Introduction by Michael Ruse
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ISBN: 9780691152578

ISBN-10: 0691152578

ISBN-13: 9780691152578

Edition: 2011

Authors: David N. Reznick, Michael Ruse

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Charles Darwin'sOrigin of Speciesis one of the most widely cited books in modern science. Yet tackling this classic can be daunting for students and general readers alike because of Darwin's Victorian prose and the complexity and scope of his ideas.The "Origin" Then and Nowis a unique guide to Darwin's masterwork, making it accessible to a much wider audience by deconstructing and reorganizing theOriginin a way that allows for a clear explanation of its key concepts. TheOriginis examined within the historical context in which it was written, and modern examples are used to reveal how this work remains a relevant and living document for today.In this eye-opening and accessible guide, David…

Book details

Copyright year: 2011
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Publication date: 11/6/2011
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 448
Size: 6.25" wide x 9.50" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 1.386
Language: English

Michael Ruse is Lucyle T. Werkmeister Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Program in the History and Philosophy of Science, Florida State University. He is the founder and editor of the journal Biology and Philosophy, and has appeared on ldquo;Quirks and Quarksrdquo; and the Discovery Channel.