Darwin: A Very Short Introduction

Darwin's theory that man's ancestors were apes caused an uproar within the scientific world, as well as public frenzy when The Origin of Species was published in 1859. Arguments still rage about the implications of his evolutionary theory, and skepticism about the value of Darwin's contribution to knowledge is widespread. In this analysis of Darwin's major insights and arguments, Jonathan Howard reasserts the importance of Darwin's work for the development of modern biology. He offers a stimulating view of the famous scientist in a concise, handy format, making it a masterpiece for all Darwinians as well as for all general readers of popular science.

About the Series: Combining authority with wit, accessibility, and style, Very Short Introductions offer an introduction to some of life's most interesting topics. Written by experts for the newcomer, they demonstrate the finest contemporary thinking about the central problems and issues in hundreds of key topics, from philosophy to Freud, quantum theory to Islam.

Author: Jonathan Howard
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 06/07/2001
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.28lbs
Size: 7.00h x 4.47w x 0.37d
ISBN13: 9780192854544
ISBN10: 0192854542
BISAC Categories:
- Science | History
- Science | Life Sciences | Evolution
- Biography & Autobiography | Science & Technology

About the Author

Jonathan Howard is Professor of Cell Genetics at the University of Cologne.