What Darwin Really Said

An Introduction to His Life and Theory of Evolution

Benjamin Farrington

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English

Schocken Books
26 July 1996

Evolution

Series: What They Really Said

With a foreword by Stephen Jay Gould

First published in 1859, Charles Darwin's theory of evolution inalterably transformed our view of the history of life on the planet-and along with it, how we understand ourselves, our origins, and our place in the world. As we stand before the dawn of a new century, this theory is still the source of heated debate. In medicine, psychology, sociology, and politics, controversial new ideas are being espoused to claim Darwin for their legitimacy, while religious opponents continue to press for their alternative theory of ""creationism"" to be taught in the public schools. To being light where there has been much heat, What Darwin Really Said offers an excellent introduction to this great thinker's discoveries, his view of human development, and the endurance of his theories against the test of time.

By: Benjamin Farrington
Imprint: Schocken Books
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 176g
ISBN: 9780805210620
ISBN 10: 0805210628
Series: What They Really Said
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 26 July 1996
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

BENJAMIN FARRINGTON was emeritus professor of classics at University College in Swansea, Wales.

Reviews for What Darwin Really Said: An Introduction to His Life and Theory of Evolution

Tremendous--probably the best brief book on the subject. Farrington manages to capture the essence and the excitement of Darwin and his discoveries. --Choice An excellent blend of biography, science, history, and philosophy . . . The impact that Darwin's work had on his world and still has on ours is carefully yet simply described. --Library Journal Tremendous probably the best brief book on the subject. Farrington manages to capture the essence and the excitement of Darwin and his discoveries. Choice An excellent blend of biography, science, history, and philosophy . . . The impact that Darwin s work had on his world and still has on ours is carefully yet simply described. Library Journal