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Science on Trial: The Case for Evolution

by Douglas J. Futuyma

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This study is designed as a response to creationism. The text provides evidence for evolution, explains evolutionary processes and refutes the claims of creationists by providing an insight into the nature of scientific inquiry.

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Original publication date: 1983

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Genres: Science & Nature, Nonfiction, Anthropology, General Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality
DDC/MDS: 575 — Natural sciences & mathematics Biology Specific parts of and physiological systems in plants
LCC: QH366.2 .F88 — Science Natural history – Biology Biology (General) Evolution

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Published: 1983
Genres: Science & Nature, Nonfiction, Anthropology, General Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality
DDC/MDS: 575
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