The Berlin Discussion Of The Problem Of Evolution: Full Report Of The Lectures Given In February 1907, And Of The Evening Discussion (1909)

The book titled ""The Berlin Discussion Of The Problem Of Evolution: Full Report Of The Lectures Given In February 1907, And Of The Evening Discussion (1909)"" written by Erich Wasmann is a detailed account of a series of lectures and discussions held in Berlin in February 1907 on the topic of evolution. The book provides a comprehensive report of the lectures given by various experts in the field of biology and evolution, including Ernst Haeckel, August Weismann, and Hugo de Vries, among others. It also includes a transcript of the evening discussions that followed the lectures, where the audience had the opportunity to ask questions and engage in debates with the speakers. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the state of the scientific understanding of evolution at the turn of the 20th century. It provides insights into the different views and theories that were prevalent at the time and the debates that ensued. The author, Erich Wasmann, was a Jesuit priest and a respected entomologist who was invited to attend the lectures and discussions as an observer. His report is unbiased and objective, and he provides a clear and concise summary of the key points raised by each speaker. Overall, ""The Berlin Discussion Of The Problem Of Evolution"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of evolutionary theory and the scientific debates that have shaped our understanding of the natural world. It is a well-written and informative book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual climate of the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.