The Further Evolution of Man: A Study From Observed Phenomena (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

W. Hall Calvert

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267627572 ISBN 13: 9780267627578

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Is Darwinism really the final word on human evolution? This study challenges the idea that natural selection explains our growth as a species, offering a different path forward grounded in observed phenomena and spiritual insight.

In this examination, the book weighs Darwin and Malthus against a broader view of human progress. It argues that social and moral development, not just biological change, shape our future. Readers will encounter discussions of history, science, and the idea that humanity can pursue a more humane, cooperative form of advancement driven by altruism and spiritual growth.

• Clear contrasts between materialist theories and a rising view of spiritual evolution.
• Accessible discussion of how history, medicine, and social reform fit into a broader plan for humanity.
• Examples and quotations that illustrate why some thinkers question long‑held scientific orthodoxies.
• A forward‑looking argument for a more just society, with emphasis on leisure, education, and collective welfare.

Ideal for readers interested in the intersection of science, philosophy, and social change, this edition invites thoughtful consideration of how humanity might progress beyond old theories toward a more compassionate future.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267627572
• ISBN 13: 9780267627578
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 320