The Evolution of Man, Vol. 1: A Popular Scientific Study; Human Embryology or Ontogeny (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Ernst Haeckel

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267535120 ISBN 13: 9780267535125

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

Unlock the origins of life’s growth and the ties that bind humans to other primates.

In this classic edition, the book surveys how vertebrate embryos develop, from simple cells to complex bodies. It explains how early cell divisions shape the future, and how different kinds of eggs influence growth across species. The discussion traces ideas about human evolution and the surprising connections between people and the great apes, with careful comparisons grounded in observation.

This edition uses clear language and concrete examples to help readers understand growth, blood relationships, and the big questions scientists have asked about our lineage. It stays focused on the science and its big implications without getting lost in speculation.

• Learn how early cell divisions set the stage for forming the body’s layers and organs
• See how different eggs influence development in fish, reptiles, birds, and mammals
• Explore the ties between humans and anthropoid apes through anatomy and physiology
• Discover how scientists study embryology and what those studies say about evolution

Ideal for readers curious about embryology, evolution, and the scientific ideas that shaped our understanding of human origins.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267535120
• ISBN 13: 9780267535125
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 463