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This book, grounded in biology, traces the development of scientific thought on the complex topic of heredity, with an emphasis on its connection to the contemporary theory of evolution. The author, a recognized expert in the field of heredity, draws from a vast body of medical evidence to demonstrate the link between disease and heredity. The author details the progression of scientific thought on heredity from historical figures like Darwin and Lamarck to modern neo-Darwinian and neo-Lamarckian theories. The evidence presented challenges long-held beliefs regarding the inheritance of acquired traits and the origins of variation, providing a thought-provoking framework for understanding the mechanisms of heredity. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of science, biology, or the fundamental processes that shape the living world. Its insights into heredity and evolution provide a deeper appreciation of the intricate relationship between organisms and their environment.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, grounded in biology, traces the development of scientific thought on the complex topic of heredity, with an emphasis on its connection to the contemporary theory of evolution. The author, a recognized expert in the field of heredity, draws from a vast body of medical evidence to demonstrate the link between disease and heredity. The author details the progression of scientific thought on heredity from historical figures like Darwin and Lamarck to modern neo-Darwinian and neo-Lamarckian theories. The evidence presented challenges long-held beliefs regarding the inheritance of acquired traits and the origins of variation, providing a thought-provoking framework for understanding the mechanisms of heredity. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of science, biology, or the fundamental processes that shape the living world. Its insights into heredity and evolution provide a deeper appreciation of the intricate relationship between organisms and their environment. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330044094_0
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