The Meaning of Evolution (1949)

by George Gaylord Simpson

Series: Dwight H. Terry Lectures (1948-1949)

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A world-famous scientist answers the fundamental questions concerning the changes in the course of the history of life and considers human aims, values, and duties in the light of the nature of man and his place in the history of life."The clearest and soundest exposition of the meaning of evolution that has yet been written."-Ashley Montagu, Isis… (more)

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A world-famous scientist answers the fundamental questions concerning the changes in the course of the history of life and considers human aims, values, and duties in the light of the nature of man and his place in the history of life."The clearest and soundest exposition of the meaning of evolution that has yet been written."-Ashley Montagu, Isis

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