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“The theory of evolution by natural selection is an ecological theory-founded on ecological observation by perhaps the greatest of all ecologists. It has been adopted by and brought up by the science of genetics, and ecologists, being modest people, are apt to forget their distinguished parenthood.”

Quote by John L. Harper

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John L. Harper was a renowned American author, born on May 27, 1925, and passed away on March 22, 2009. His works covered a range of fields including history, literature, and philosophy, and were highly appreciated by readers. more

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