On the Origin of Evolution: Tracing 'Darwin's Dangerous Idea' from Aristotle to DNA

Author: John Gribbin Format: Paperback Number of Pages: 304 A Waterstones Best Book of 2020 The theory of evolution by natural selection did not spring fully formed and unprecedented from the brain of Charles Darwin. Rather it has been examined and debated by philosophers the world over for thousands of years. This lively history traces the evolution of the idea of evolution, showing how it has changed and been changed by different societies over time. It will put 'Darwin's Dangerous...Read more