“The world has been evolved, not created: it has arisen little by little from a small beginning, and has increased through the activity of the elemental forces embodied in itself, and so has rather grown than come into being at an almighty word.”
This book provides an in-depth analysis of the theory of evolution, tracing its origins from early naturalists to the modern synthesis. It covers the mechanisms of natural selection, genetic variation, and speciation, while also addressing common misconceptions and the evidence supporting evolutionary biology. The text discusses the theory's implications for understanding the diversity of life on Earth and its foundational role in contemporary biological sciences. more
August Weismann was a German biologist known for his contributions to the field of genetics. His theories had a profound impact on the development of modern genetics. more
“Evolution on the large scale unfolds, like much of human history, as a succession of dynasties.”
“Evolution... is the most powerful and the most comprehensive idea that has ever arisen on Earth.”