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Explore how the idea of organic evolution moved from speculation to the mainstream of science. This study traces the debates, the thinkers, and the evidence that changed our view of life on Earth.
From early challenges to the idea of special creation to the rise of geology, embryonic theories, and the work of Darwin and his contemporaries, the book presents a clear narrative. It connects ideas about environment, variation, and the forces that shape species with the growth of evolutionary science. The discussion stays focused on the history of knowledge and the development of core concepts, offering a grounded look at how we came to understand evolution.
- How long-standing questions about creation spurred the rise of evolutionary thinking
- Key figures and turning points, including Lamarck and Darwin
- Core ideas such as environment-driven change and natural selection
- How scientific debates intersect with geology, biology, and philosophy
Ideal for readers curious about science history, biology, and the philosophy of knowledge.
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