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| Publisher | Flame Tree Publishing |
| ISBN 13 | 9781787556805 |
| ISBN 10 | 1787556808 |
| Book Description | Initially received with muted applause Darwin's The Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection was soon recognised as the breakthrough scientific advance that explained the evidence of the world around us the place and history of humans the connections between environment and evolution. Still regarded by some as radical Darwin's contribution to world knowledge is immeasurable. FLAME TREE's Great Works That Shape Our World is a new series of definitive books drawing on ancient medieval and modern writing. Offering a fund of essential knowledge and spellbinding stories it satisfies every facet of human interest: scientific philosophical sociological romantic dramatic and mysterious. From the ancient wisdom of the Mahabharata to the curious power of Don Quixote Boccaccio's Decameron and Melville's classic Moby Dick from the scientific wonders of Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein to the great thinkers of Western and Asian philosophy. Created to entertain inform and enrich the new series brings infinite variety to refresh the mind presented in beautiful editions for the modern market. Each book features a new accessible introduction specially written for these editions placing the book in context both as part of the new series and highlighting its special contribution to the advancement of human understanding they examine the significance of each work their impact at time of publication and their influence today. |
| About the Author | Born in Shrewsbury, England, in 1831 Charles Darwin embarked on a five-year survey voyage around the world on the HMS Beagle; his studies of specimens led him to formulate his theories. In 1859, he published his landmark book, On the Origin of Species. His impact in the world was such that he is often described as one of the most influential figures in human history. Peter Garratt (new introduction) holds a Masters and PhD from the University of Edinburgh and a BA from Durham. He has interests in nineteenth-century philosophy and science. Current projects include a study of realist narrative and the science of mind, exploring the historical development of the cognitive sciences. He is a member of British Association of Victorian Studies and the North American Victorian Studies Association. |
| Language | English |
| Author | CharlesDarwin |
| Language | English |
| Edition Number | 1 |
| Publication Date | 43724 |
| Number of Pages | 368 |
On the Origin of Species Hardcover English by CharlesDarwin - 43724
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