Darwinism - Alfred Russell Wallace - Bog

Darwinism is a book written by Alfred Russell Wallace, a contemporary and colleague of Charles Darwin. The book provides a comprehensive examination of the theory of evolution by natural selection, which was first proposed by Darwin in the mid-19th century. Wallace's work seeks to expand upon and refine Darwin's ideas, and offers a detailed explanation of the mechanisms by which species evolve over time. The book is divided into four main sections, each of which explores a different aspect of the theory of evolution. The first section provides an overview of the basic principles of evolution by natural selection, including the role of variation and adaptation in the process. The second section delves into the evidence for evolution, including the fossil record and comparative anatomy. The third section examines the relationship between evolution and other scientific disciplines, such as geology and embryology. Finally, the fourth section explores the implications of the theory of evolution for society, including its impact on religion and ethics.Throughout the book, Wallace draws on his extensive fieldwork and scientific research to provide detailed examples of evolutionary processes in action. He also engages with contemporary debates and criticisms of the theory of evolution, and offers his own insights into how the theory can be refined and expanded.Overall, Darwinism is a seminal work in the history of evolutionary biology, and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the mechanisms by which species evolve over time.1889. English naturalist, evolutionist, geographer, anthropologist, and social critic and theorist, who spent many years in the Malay Archipelago. On the basis of his observations of its flora and fauna he arrived at the theory of natural selection independent of Darwin; learning of their co-discovery led them to publish it in a joint paper. An American lecture tour became the inspiration for one of his major works, Darwinism, which consists largely of the topics he had lectured on, presented one chapter at a time. It remains one of his most frequently cited works. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.