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According To Darwin

According To Darwin

Wilde, Percival

Paperback

Biographies General20th Century United States HistoryGeneral Science

ISBN10: 142547778X
ISBN13: 9781425477783
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 8 2005
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
According to Darwin is a book written by Percival Wilde, which explores the life and work of Charles Darwin, the famous English naturalist who revolutionized the field of biology with his theory of evolution by natural selection. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Darwin's life, from his childhood and education to his travels and scientific discoveries, and examines the impact of his ideas on the scientific community and society as a whole.Wilde delves into the various scientific disciplines that influenced Darwin's thinking, including geology, botany, and zoology, and explains how he was able to synthesize these fields into a cohesive theory of evolution. The book also explores the social and cultural context in which Darwin lived and worked, examining the religious and political forces that opposed his ideas and the ways in which his work challenged traditional beliefs about the origins of life.Throughout the book, Wilde provides detailed explanations of Darwin's scientific concepts and theories, making them accessible to readers of all backgrounds. He also includes numerous quotes and anecdotes from Darwin's own writings and from the writings of his contemporaries, providing a rich and nuanced portrait of the man behind the theory of evolution.Overall, According to Darwin is a fascinating and informative book that provides a thorough exploration of one of the most important scientific figures in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, biology, or the impact of scientific ideas on society.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Confessional and Other American Plays, by Percival Wilde. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417914297.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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