Evolution: A Beginner's Guide (Beginners Guides) - Softcover

Guttman, Burt

 
9781851683710: Evolution: A Beginner's Guide (Beginners Guides)

Synopsis

Covering everything from fossilised dinosaurs to intelligent apes, this is an accessible guide to one of the most important scientific theories of all time. Burt Guttman assumes no prior scientific knowledge on the part of the reader, and explains each of the key ideas and concepts, including natural selection, genetics and the evolution of animal behaviour, in a lively and informative way. Looking ahead to the future of evolutionary theory, and assessing its possible implications for the way we understand morality, human nature and our place in the world, this book provides the perfect starting point for understanding what evolution is and why it matters.

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About the Author

Burt Guttman is Professor of Biology at The Evergreen State College, Washington. His previous works include Genetics: A Beginner’s Guide, also published by Oneworld.

From the Back Cover

Evolution, the theory put forward by Charles Darwin in The Origin of Species, has come to form the bedrock of modern biology, and is widely regarded as one of the most important scientific theories of all time. From the earliest bacteria to modern mammals, this no-nonsense guide explains not only genetic and natural selection, but all the key principles behind evolution. Engaging with the latest research and the most contentious contemporary debates, it addresses such issues as:
•Science and religion – the perils, pitfalls and alarming mistakes of creationism
•Human nature – how did we come to be the way we are?

Authoritative, entertaining and timely, this book assumes no previous scientific knowledge, providing the perfect introduction for anyone who wishes to understand what evolution is and why it matters now more than ever before.

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