“Recognition of this kinship with the rest of the universe is necessary for understanding him, but his essential nature is defined by qualities found nowhere else, not by those he has in common with apes, fishes, trees, fire, or anything other than himself.”
Quote by George Gaylord Simpson
Work
The Meaning of Evolution: A Study of the History of Life and of Its Significance for Man
This book delves into the evolutionary history of life on Earth, examining the processes and patterns that have shaped biological diversity and the implications of these processes for human thought and society. more
Author
George Gaylord Simpson
George Gaylord Simpson was a renowned paleontologist and evolutionary theorist, known for his extensive research on dinosaurs and ancient reptiles. His work has had a profound impact on modern paleontology and evolutionary theory. more
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Source: The Works of Epictetus: Consisting of His Discourses in Four Books Preserved by Arrian, the Enchiridion, and Fragments