Evolution (Classic Reprint)

James Anderson Scott Watson

ISBN 10: 133033499X / ISBN 13: 9781330334997

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book retraces the path of animal evolution, from its beginnings to the present day. It highlights the evidence supporting the theory of evolution, such as fossil discoveries and genetic similarities between species. The author explores the diversity of the animal kingdom, from one-celled organisms to mammals. Through examining the evolution of worms and their descendants - insects, crustaceans, molluscs, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals - the author provides fascinating insights into the processes of natural selection and adaptation. This book offers an accessible and engaging introduction to the history of life on Earth, from its humble beginnings to the incredible diversity we see today. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Evolution (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133033499X
• ISBN 13: 9781330334997
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biology

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Synopsis

Explore the evidence that underpins the modern view of Evolution and how life has changed over hundreds of millions of years.

This book collects observations from rocks, fossils, and living tissues to show how simpler life forms preceded more complex ones. It explains the chronological sequence of vertebrate fossils, the rise and fall of dominant groups, and how gaps in the fossil record fit the larger theory. It also presents notable cases—like the horse’s evolutionary chain and visible mutations in plants and animals—to illustrate how small changes accumulate over vast time.

• How fossils reveal the history of life and the order of appearance of different groups
• Real examples of evolution in action, including domesticated animals and wild species
• Why mutations and variation challenge the idea that species are permanently fixed
• How human evolution is discussed in the context of animal lineage and anatomy

Ideal for readers interested in science history, natural history, and the development of evolutionary theory.