The Origin Then and Now – An Interpretive Guide to the Origin of Species – Introduction by Michael Ruse
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The Origin Then and Now – An Interpretive Guide to the Origin of Sp...
Book Details
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Author: David N. Reznick
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Publisher: Princeton University Press
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Binding: Hardcover
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ISBN: 9780691129785
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Pages: 480
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Release Date: 11-10-2009
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Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.4 x 1.5 inches
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Languages: English
About the Book
The "Origin" Then and Now: An Interpretive Guide to Darwin's "Origin of Species" by David N. Reznick offers a unique and accessible guide to one of the most influential works in modern science, Charles Darwin's "Origin of Species". While Darwin's book has had an enormous impact on the field of biology, its Victorian prose and the complexity of its concepts often make it difficult for students and general readers to fully grasp.
Reznick’s book breaks down and reorganizes Darwin's "Origin", offering a clear explanation of the key concepts, while placing the work in the historical context in which it was written. The guide helps readers understand how Darwin’s theories were revolutionary in his time and how they remain vital and applicable to modern biological sciences.
This eye-opening book does more than just interpret Darwin’s ideas:
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Reconciliation with modern concepts: Reznick explains how Darwin's concept of species aligns with our current understanding, which has evolved significantly since Darwin’s time.
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Contextual understanding: The book provides insight into the scientific environment of the 19th century, helping readers appreciate Darwin’s remarkable departure from mainstream thought of his era.
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Darwin’s legacy: The guide also demonstrates why Darwin’s theory continues to unify the biological sciences, in the same way Newton’s laws did for physics.
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Facsimile of the first edition: Drawing from the facsimile of Darwin’s original 1859 text, Reznick enables readers to track the development of Darwin’s ideas.
The "Origin" Then and Now is the perfect companion for anyone seeking to understand Darwin's masterwork, its historical significance, and its enduring relevance to the study of evolution today.
