Rothman Stephen (209 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book examines a little-noted contradiction inherent in the two essential elements of Darwin's theory of biological evolution--natural selection and reproduction. Physiologist Stephen Rothman makes the revolutionary claim that the evolution of life's complex and diverse reproductive mechanisms is not the consequence of natural selection. In so doing, he exposes the deepest question possible about life's nature--its reason for being. In meticulously detailed but accessible terms he lays out the crux of the paradox and offers an intriguing solution within a naturalistic framework. In an ostensibly purposeless universe, somehow purposeful life has evolved. For all living things there are two overarching purposes: survival and the creation of new life. Natural selection is about the survival of existing life, but has no interest in life's future, about whether it persists or perishes. By contrast, reproduction is only about the future of life, and has no interest in existing life except as a means to that end. Where do these purposes come from? As Rothman demonstrates, at every level life is wired to react to danger. Counterintuitively, without the danger to its existence, life would not have come into being. As for reproduction, nature's destructive forces drive the creation of new life. Written with great clarity and informed by deep learning, this elegant, thoughtful work tackles some of the most challenging questions raised by the theory of evolution, while calling to mind Darwin's famous words from the conclusion of On the Origin of Species: "There is a grandeur in this view of life.".…

Paperback. Condition: Good. This book examines a little-noted contradiction inherent in the two essential elements of Darwin's theory of biological evolution--natural selection and reproduction. Physiologist Stephen Rothman makes the revolutionary claim that the evolution of life's complex and diverse reproductive mechanisms is not the consequence of natural selection. In so doing, he exposes the deepest question possible about life's nature--its reason for being. In meticulously detailed but accessible terms he lays out the crux of the paradox and offers an intriguing solution within a naturalistic framework. In an ostensibly purposeless universe, somehow purposeful life has evolved. For all living things there are two overarching purposes: survival and the creation of new life. Natural selection is about the survival of existing life, but has no interest in life's future, about whether it persists or perishes. By contrast, reproduction is only about the future of life, and has no interest in existing life except as a means to that end. Where do these purposes come from? As Rothman demonstrates, at every level life is wired to react to danger. Counterintuitively, without the danger to its existence, life would not have come into being. As for reproduction, nature's destructive forces drive the creation of new life. Written with great clarity and informed by deep learning, this elegant, thoughtful work tackles some of the most challenging questions raised by the theory of evolution, while calling to mind Darwin's famous words from the conclusion of On the Origin of Species: "There is a grandeur in this view of life.".…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Condition: Very Good. 1St Edition. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Very Good. 1St Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. …

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book examines a little-noted contradiction inherent in the two essential elements of Darwin's theory of biological evolution--natural selection and reproduction. Physiologist Stephen Rothman makes the revolutionary claim that the evolution of life's complex and diverse reproductive mechanisms is not the consequence of natural selection. In so doing, he exposes the deepest question possible about life's nature--its reason for being. In meticulously detailed but accessible terms he lays out the crux of the paradox and offers an intriguing solution within a naturalistic framework. In an ostensibly purposeless universe, somehow purposeful life has evolved. For all living things there are two overarching purposes: survival and the creation of new life. Natural selection is about the survival of existing life, but has no interest in life's future, about whether it persists or perishes. By contrast, reproduction is only about the future of life, and has no interest in existing life except as a means to that end. Where do these purposes come from? As Rothman demonstrates, at every level life is wired to react to danger. Counterintuitively, without the danger to its existence, life would not have come into being. As for reproduction, nature's destructive forces drive the creation of new life. Written with great clarity and informed by deep learning, this elegant, thoughtful work tackles some of the most challenging questions raised by the theory of evolution, while calling to mind Darwin's famous words from the conclusion of On the Origin of Species: "There is a grandeur in this view of life.".…

Paperback. Condition: Good. This book examines a little-noted contradiction inherent in the two essential elements of Darwin's theory of biological evolution--natural selection and reproduction. Physiologist Stephen Rothman makes the revolutionary claim that the evolution of life's complex and diverse reproductive mechanisms is not the consequence of natural selection. In so doing, he exposes the deepest question possible about life's nature--its reason for being. In meticulously detailed but accessible terms he lays out the crux of the paradox and offers an intriguing solution within a naturalistic framework. In an ostensibly purposeless universe, somehow purposeful life has evolved. For all living things there are two overarching purposes: survival and the creation of new life. Natural selection is about the survival of existing life, but has no interest in life's future, about whether it persists or perishes. By contrast, reproduction is only about the future of life, and has no interest in existing life except as a means to that end. Where do these purposes come from? As Rothman demonstrates, at every level life is wired to react to danger. Counterintuitively, without the danger to its existence, life would not have come into being. As for reproduction, nature's destructive forces drive the creation of new life. Written with great clarity and informed by deep learning, this elegant, thoughtful work tackles some of the most challenging questions raised by the theory of evolution, while calling to mind Darwin's famous words from the conclusion of On the Origin of Species: "There is a grandeur in this view of life.".…

Condition: Good. THIS IS AN EX-LIBRARY BOOK THAT REMAINS INGOOD, COMPLETE, AND READABLE CONDITION. Former Library book. hardcover 100% of proceeds go to charity! Good condition with all pages in tact. Item shows signs of use and may have cosmetic defects.

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Condition: very_good. Book has little sign of wear or use.

Digest-size Magazine. Condition: Very Good+. Vol. 4, No. 5. Very Good+. Spine tight. Light crease along front hinge. Interior unmarked with light tanning along edges. Light edgewear and corner wear. Mailing label on front cover. Not from a library. 180 pages. Edited by George H. Scithers. Cover art by George Barr illustrating "Wolkenheim Fairday" [Far Stars and Future Times] (novelette) by Richard S. McEnroe. Includes "The Letter Column" (editorial) by Isaac Asimov; "Weird Numbers from Titan" (SF Puzzle) by Martin Gardner; "The Hot and Cold Running Waterfall" (novelette) by Stephen Tall; "Glitterbug" (poem) by Argus; "A Sailor's Delight" by Ralph Roberts; "The Sampler" by David J. Hand; "Ann Atomic's Space Cases" by Sharon N. Farber; "For the Birds" by Isaac Asimov; "On Faster-Than-Light Paradoxes" by Milton A. Rothman; "If You Can Fill the Unforgiving Minute" (novella) by D. C. Poyer and David Andreissen. Illustrated by George Barr, Jack Gaughan, Freff, Vincent Di Fate. George Barr; Jack Gaughan; Freff; Vincent Di Fate (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. Soft cover stapled binding, cover and text all clean and unmarked Contents: With the Wind, Liz Damrell, Stephen Marchesi (illust) The Treck, Ann Jonas; The Getaway Gang,Kathy Walsh,Tina Holdcoft(illust); Owl Lake, Jejima;White Bear,Ice Bear, Joanna Ryder,Michael Rothmann(illust). Marchesi, Stephen; Jonas, Ann; Holdcroft, Tina; Tejima; Rothman, Michael (illustrator).…

Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Marchesi, Stephen; Jonas, Ann; Holdcroft, Tina; Tejima; Rothman, Michael (illustrator). …

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Staple Bound. Condition: Very Good - Trade. Stock photos may not look exactly like the book. Marchesi, Stephen; Jonas, Ann; Holdcroft, Tina; Tejima; Rothman, Michael (illustrator).

HARDCOVER. Condition: G+ / G+. GOOD-PLUS HARDBACK-WITH-DUSTJACKET HARDBACK-WITH-DUSTJACKET.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. fmc2%262D.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Very good hardcover in very good dust jacket. Binding is tight, sturdy, and square; boards and text also very good. Some very light shelfwear to dustjacket. Ships from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condition: Fine copy in fine dust jacket. 1st. 8vo, 300 pp.

Condition: As New. Unread copy in mint condition.

Condition: New. Brand New.

Condition: Fine. Used book that is in almost brand-new condition. May contain a remainder mark. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Very Good +. First Edition. (2002), 300pp, light shelfwear to cover, small stain to pg edges, slight soiing & edgewear to dj, contents clean.

Condition: acceptable. This book is in Acceptable condition. All pages are intact, but may have lots of notes, water damage or other issues and be ex library.