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Explore how ideas about structure, development, and homology shaped biology
Delve into a sweeping history of animal form, tracing how early thinkers like Aristotle influenced modern morphology. This edition surveys key concepts in comparative anatomy and embryology, showing how ideas about unity of plan, correlation, and the cell theory transformed our understanding of animal life. It offers a clear, accessible narrative that connects ancient observations to 19th- and early 20th‑century debates about evolution and development.
In this volume, you’ll encounter:- A guided tour of foundational concepts in morphology and their historical roots
- The shift from teleology to materialist explanations in the study of form
- How early scientists approached homology, anatomy, and development across major animal groups
- A thoughtful look at the rise of cell theory and its impact on morphology
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